Hello there... my manager suggests that i should get used to the formulae and tables before the exams. but neither of us know how to get the 2nd edition. Does anyone know how different it is between the two editions? better if, is there a publication office in london where i can buy the 1st edition? Thanks
Good manager! Yes you need the most up to date version. Over time you will learn standard formulae but when the heat is on, the formulae are invaluable. Be warned that some formulae you need to be able to derive. But if its just a standard one you want and a qn doesn't say derive, just use it. Tables do change although infrequently. Any changes are alerted by the Institute so you won't ever got an unfamiliar book in the exam. Enjpy the challenges ahead!
thanks bystander! thanks Cardano, but the links are not working.. i guess it's temporarily unavailable. i'll try it later but thanks
Emilia - sorry it was working when I put it up. You can definitely buy old and new tables from the Institute publications shop
Cardano's link appears to be from the members section which may only be available if you're logged in. Another link is here: http://www.actuaries.org.uk/publications_unit/publications_shop_unavailable The online shop is down but a catalogue and order form are located here.
