Excel? (1 Viewer)

[Hey Arnold]

Hey guys! This is my first time posting so pardon me for any errors.

Anyway I have a quick question
I was wondering if you guys could please let me know what's so bad about excel textbooks in relation to the preliminary course/HSC course?

I've noticed people on this site are disinclined to utilise excel textbooks

In a previous post, one member was even opposed to the new revised editions of excel preliminary physics/chemsitry, claiming it inadequate to base 'study on'.
Isn't it favourable for a science textbook to outline the syllabus content and provide information relating directly to the syllabus content... or is the information too unsubstantiated?

Also what books would you recommend otherwise for Maths Extension 1, Physics and Chemistry?

Thx in advance and a lovely site truly!

 

[slyhunter]

Most people here (including me) frown upon Excel because it is indeed inadequate to study from. There is plenty of information left out and whilst you may find it suitable, it's important to know that Excel will not be useful for HSC exams. Whilst the basic information exists, there just isn't enough depth in it for you to crack a solid band 6 or even 5 in the exam.

Recommended as follows (IMO)
Maths Ext 1 - Cambridge, Terry Lee
Physics - Jacaranda
Chemistry - Conquering, Jacaranda (some prefer Contexts here)

The important thing to remember is that the best way to study is by PAST PAPERS.