Assistance Needed For Rearranging Equations

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The discussion focuses on a student struggling to rearrange equations in A2 physics, specifically Coulomb's Law. They express frustration with their inability to manipulate formulas, having relied on visual aids like triangles in the past. A contributor criticizes the educational system for not emphasizing mathematical skills in physics, attributing the issue to teaching methods. They suggest a YouTube video as a resource for learning how to rearrange equations effectively. The conversation highlights the importance of understanding mathematical foundations in physics education.
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Im currently studying A2 physics and I am doing potentials and electric fields etc. I've learned about Coulombs Law etc. and I am having difficulty rearranging the formulae.
For example take Coulombs Law. I had to rearrange it for Q2 and I spent ages just trying to rearrange it as I don't know how to do it properly. I used to just use the triangle or learn the expressions.

Could someone explain me how to arrange coulombs law for q2 or for R.

Thank You
Much appreciated.
 
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It's a sad indication of high school standards when an A2 student can't rearrange a simple equation. I've always been against the triangle method as it allows students to rearrange equations without understanding what's going on. I'm not blaming you - it's the failing of teachers and an increasingly skills based curriculum that reduces the time spent dealing with the maths of physics.

Anyway, to answer your question take a look at this youtube video -

That gives all the basics of rearranging equations and there are many more to be found.
 
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