Where to find challenging physics problems (besides textbook) ?

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The discussion focuses on finding challenging physics problems for a Calculus Based Physics course, specifically for an upcoming exam covering 1D and 2D Kinematics, including Vectors, Free-Fall, Constant acceleration problems, and Projectile motion. Participants recommend resources such as I.E. Irodov's problems and contest problems from Physicsbowl, CAP High School Exam, and International Physics Olympiads. These resources provide a variety of challenging questions that can enhance understanding and preparation for exams that include complex scenarios involving multiple motions.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of 1D and 2D Kinematics
  • Familiarity with Vectors and Free-Fall concepts
  • Knowledge of Constant acceleration problems
  • Basic problem-solving skills in physics
NEXT STEPS
  • Explore I.E. Irodov's physics problems for advanced practice
  • Research contest problems from Physicsbowl for additional challenges
  • Review past CAP High School Exam questions for exam preparation
  • Investigate problems from the International Physics Olympiads for high-level practice
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Students in Calculus Based Physics courses, educators seeking challenging exam questions, and anyone preparing for competitive physics exams.

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I'm currently taking a Calculus Based Physics course. We have an exam in a few days. Although I understand the material well and have performed many textbook problems, my teacher is known for putting challenging questions on the exams. My Prof. writes his own exams, so they are not based on the book. If anyone can guide me to more challenging physics questions, it would be greatly appreciated. This exam is going to cover 1D and 2D Kinematics: Vectors, Free-Fall, Constant acceleration problems, and Projectile motion.

For example: My prof. stated one challenging problem on the exam is going to be a free-fall kinematics problem which will combine for than one motion. Two separate motions will be involved: 1 Free-fall, and 1 constant acceleration.
 
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Have you tried I.E Irodov?
 
How challenging do you want it? You can try contest problems (Physicsbowl, CAP High School Exam, International Physics Olympiads, etc.). Some of the questions on these exams shouldn't be significantly harder than your course material.
 

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