For experimenting, use the series
100
150
220
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330
390
470
560
680
820
1000
etc.
These values will get you close enough for most work. Either 1/4 watt carbon film or metal film. The tolerance of the resistors can be 5%, 2% or 1%, depending upon your source and pricing. It is getting harder to find small bulk quantities at reasonable prices. The distributors want to sell you a reel of 10,000 pieces!
There are some nice protoboards with 3 built-in power supplies for about $120 like this.
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