How can we effectively solve problems involving concave parabolic mirrors?

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Concave parabolic mirrors pose challenges for students in physics, particularly due to inadequate explanations in Saxon's physics book. Users suggest that adding "tutorial" to search queries can yield better instructional resources. Despite efforts to find helpful materials online, some still struggle to find effective guidance. The discussion highlights the need for clearer educational resources on this topic. Overall, seeking tutorials can significantly enhance understanding of concave parabolic mirrors.
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There are three of us in our physics class... and we are having trouble with concave parabolic mirrors. We use Saxon's physics book, and he does a horrible job at explaining how to solve, or even set up, the problems.

If anyone could give advice or insight, it would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.
 
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berkeman said:
I googled parabolic mirror tutorial, and got lots of good hits. Here's the hit list FYI:

http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&q=parabolic+mirror+tutorial

Welcome to the PF, SkyFlyer.

Thanks. I googled concave parabolic mirrors and got two pages, which were no help what so ever.
 
Yeah, I find that adding the word tutorial to those kind of searches helps a lot in turning up pages with some instructional content.
 

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