Physics GRE Prep - Mechanical Engineering Student | Book Guide

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The discussion centers on a Mechanical Engineering student's preparation for the Physics GRE, highlighting the inadequacy of a single book for comprehensive study. Participants emphasize the necessity of a strong foundational understanding of physics concepts, particularly momentum conservation, and critique the student's readiness for both the Physics and Verbal GREs. The consensus indicates that without a broader physics background and effective study strategies, success in the exam is unlikely within the four-month timeframe.

PREREQUISITES
  • Strong foundational knowledge in classical mechanics
  • Familiarity with GRE exam structure and question types
  • Experience with advanced physics coursework beyond undergraduate level
  • Proficiency in academic writing and verbal communication
NEXT STEPS
  • Research effective study strategies for the Physics GRE
  • Explore comprehensive physics textbooks such as "Fundamentals of Physics" by Halliday, Resnick, and Walker
  • Practice with GRE-style physics problems and past exam papers
  • Enhance verbal skills through GRE-specific preparation resources
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Mechanical Engineering students, prospective graduate students in physics, and anyone preparing for the Physics GRE who seeks to strengthen their foundational knowledge and test-taking strategies.

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I am a Mechanical Engineering student. I have four months to prepare for physics GRE. How should I study for it? Which book is most preferred ?
 
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Are you a graduating senior? Have you take a broad collection of physics courses, well beyond what is normal for MEs? If either of these is not true, I'd have to ask why you think you might pass the physics GRE. No single book is going to get you there.
 
Your first question here was "Why ain't momentum conserved when external force acts on the system?"

That tells me two things:
  • You aren't ready for the Physics GRE.
  • You aren't ready for the Verbal GRE.
I don't see how you will do well given the time available.
 
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Vanadium 50 said:
Your first question here was "Why ain't momentum conserved when external force acts on the system?"

That tells me two things:
  • You aren't ready for the Physics GRE.
  • You aren't ready for the Verbal GRE.
I don't see how you will do well given the time available.
Well i like to think a little deep. So sometimes i get stuck thinking about the basic concepts and i don't understand what's the problem with the verbal here?:sorry:
 
Gurasees said:
Well i like to think a little deep.

That's not the impression you left in that thread. Or the other threads. The impression you give is someone struggling with freshman mechanics.

And "I" is capitalized, "ain't" is not a word and your second sentence is a run-on.
 
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