Doing Kin entrance test without physics background. realistic?

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Preparing for a graduate program entrance test in biophysics without an extensive physics background is feasible within three months. Key concepts to master include kinetics, kinematics, Newton's laws, and force systems. Recommended resources include "University Physics Vol 1" by Young and Freedman, along with online notes and video lectures for supplementary learning. Engaging with a textbook is beneficial for practicing problem-solving skills. With dedication and the right materials, success in mastering these physics concepts is achievable.
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Hi, I am preparing for an entrance test for a grad program but I have not taken physics past gr.11. I am wondering how realistic is it for me to learn the below concepts relating to more biophysics in 3 months? is there any books to recommend?
  • - kinetics, kinematics, force,
  • Newton's laws, equilibrium,
  • inertia, three point pressure systems,
  • moment of force, centre of gravity and mass,
  • force couples, levers (classification), principles of stability,
  • friction, work, kinetic and potenitial energy
  • Free Body Diagrams
  • Resolution of Forces:
    • - breakdown resultant forces into component forces
    • - derive resultant forces from component forces
    • - solve using trigometric or graphic methods
 
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Yes. This can definitely be done in three months.
For a textbook I would say University physics Vol1 by Young and Freedman but any intro textbook would do fine.You can probably learn all that stuff from online notes or video lectures but a textbook will have problems that you can solve.
 
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