Looking for tricky and interesting physics and maths questions

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This discussion focuses on finding challenging physics and mathematics questions suitable for individuals with A-level knowledge. Participants recommend resources such as the "Micromass Big High School Challenge Thread" on Physics Forums and Goldstein's book on Classical Mechanics for enhancing problem-solving skills. Additionally, searching for "physics olympiad questions" and practice exam questions from exam boards is suggested as effective ways to engage with tricky problems.

PREREQUISITES
  • A-level knowledge of physics
  • A-level knowledge of mathematics
  • Familiarity with classical mechanics concepts
  • Access to online educational resources
NEXT STEPS
  • Explore the "Micromass Big High School Challenge Thread" on Physics Forums
  • Study Goldstein's "Classical Mechanics" for deeper understanding
  • Research "physics olympiad questions" for advanced problem-solving practice
  • Review practice exam questions from relevant exam boards
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This discussion is beneficial for high school students, educators, and anyone seeking to enhance their problem-solving skills in physics and mathematics through challenging questions.

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I want to do tricky physics and maths questions that require only A-level knowledge of maths and physics to solve. Questions that don't have a straightforward answer and will help me to develop my logic and problem-solving skills. I'm looking books, online resources and etc.
 
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Seneka said:
I want to do tricky physics and maths questions that require only A-level knowledge of maths and physics to solve. Questions that don't have a straightforward answer and will help me to develop my logic and problem-solving skills. I'm looking books, online resources and etc.

Try this one, only high school knowledge and creativity must be used (don't spoil yourself by scrolling down though!):

https://www.physicsforums.com/threads/micromass-big-high-school-challenge-thread.879086/
 
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Try working your way through Goldsteins book on Classical Mechanics. A lot of students have done this to improve their understanding of physics.
 
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Try googling "physics olympiad questions".
 
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Have you looked at practice exam questions published by the exam boards?
 
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