Why does sample editor play through Track 1 / Ch1 by default?

Question

Do the controls, such as inserts & faders on the selected track effect the sample's playback?
Why does Sample Editor use the "Ch" abbreviation when it means "Track"?
Why play back on a track most likely used by another instrument? Shouldn't Sample Editor create its own track for playback?
Do most people create a separate track for this purpose?
Can somebody at Apple please force Steve Jobs to use Logic so he'll make it easier to use?
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Answer 1

Do the controls, such as inserts & faders on the selected track effect the sample's playback?
Yes... anything associated with the selected audio channel will affect the sample playback. It's part of the workflow?
Why does Sample Editor use the "Ch" abbreviation when it means "Track"?
Because it doesn't mean track. It means Channel. The sample editor plays on the audio channel. The track you're using is tied to the audio channel.
Why play back on a track most likely used by another instrument? Shouldn't Sample Editor create its own track for playback?
Don't confuse tracks with channels. They are two totally different beasts here.
Do most people create a separate track for this purpose?
No... change the channel to a desired channel that you wish to audition your sample.
Can somebody at Apple please force Steve Jobs to use Logic so he'll make it easier to use?
How about we please force you to RTFM to learn Logic's workflow?
Mastering Logic is not an overnight process.
jord