[BC] Errors - was libraries vs on-line research

[Gary Peterson]

" I recall a news story a few years ago that found numerous
errors in text books used in NYC schools. Science and
math books!
Tom Osenkowsky, CPBE "

Back in my chemistry/physics teaching days, I frequently received sample
copies of new textbooks from the various publishing companies.  I remember
that a few of these textbooks were so riddled with errors, that I considered
them unusable.  Even many of the better texts would have some *wrong*
answers to odd-numbered problems in the back.

I suspect textbook publishing is somewhat like computer software.  There's a
big rush to get it on the market.

Gary, K?CX