Get Help with Physics: Tips for Studying & Problem-Solving

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This discussion focuses on effective strategies for studying physics, particularly for individuals who excel in mathematics but struggle with physics concepts. Key recommendations include developing practical intuition and tackling problems systematically rather than relying on solutions manuals. Participants emphasize the importance of understanding fundamental principles and applying them to problem-solving rather than merely memorizing formulas.

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  • Ability to interpret and analyze physics problems
  • Knowledge of practical intuition in scientific contexts
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Hello everyone,

My questions are

1) How should one study Physics? I do really well in math, but pretty bad in physics. When studying for physics, I can't live without the solutions manual( and i Hate it)

2) What is practical intuition?

3) When solving problems in physics, how should i go about tackling problems??

thanks
 
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Welcome to PF!

Hello cs23! Welcome to PF! :wink:
cs23 said:
1) How should one study Physics? I do really well in math, but pretty bad in physics. When studying for physics, I can't live without the solutions manual( and i Hate it)

Why don't you give up physics, and transfer to maths?

Some mathematicians are fine at pure maths, but less good at applied maths … if they ever tried physics, they'd probably hate it.

Maybe that's you? :smile:
 

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