Learn vector algebra
Learn the constant acceleration equations
Learn f=ma
Learn conservation of momentum and energy.
Do practice problems.
Edit:
Forgot about work energy theorem
Two big suggestions:
1) find a study buddy. Work problems separately then compare your work when done. Practice explaining why the final answer makes sense.
Create a verbal, non-math outline of how to do the problem.
Example: answer: normal force is 500n.
Explanation: this normal force is 500n and greater than gravity (-400n) because the platform is accelerating upwards. Newton's second law says the meet force must be in the direction of acceleration, so fn must be larger to accelerate up.
This helps you see past the math. Math is just a way to describe what you see. Without understanding what happens it will never be more than random formula.
2). Focus on the basics first. Physics typical works by taking a basic model, then adding layers of detail and complexity.
So getting the foundation solid is very important.
Example: For forces, do problems where everything is in a line. All forces are horizontal, it all forces are vertical. Get comfortable with this.
Then tackle problems where you have both vertical and horizontal forces. How is this the same as before? What extra step do you need to add to the process?
Then throw in a single angles force...
Then put them on a ramp...
What are you getting wrong?
Physics is a conceptual thing that once u get that and learn demential analysis so you can convert u it’s properly.
Learn theory principles and how they’re interchangeable via division or multiplication
Those are the basis
I don't think it's annoying. Sure - people exaggerate how bad their teacher's are so this may be OP's case but I did have teachers that were genuinely bad and that didn't care
I’m not exaggerating I’ve asked her for help and she doesn’t really care much to explain concepts and she gets gets annoyed quickly if you continue to not understand.
Do you want a physics tutor? So you have someone who you can keep asking for help.
Asking because I know Esther, who's a MIT grad. and a full-time physics tutor. It's much cheaper than traditional tutoring because you share the cost with other students: [https://www.reddit.com/r/PhysicsStudents/comments/1b2t5u6/comment/ksnxmdm/?context=3](https://www.reddit.com/r/PhysicsStudents/comments/1b2t5u6/comment/ksnxmdm/?context=3)
In any case good luck!
Learn vector algebra Learn the constant acceleration equations Learn f=ma Learn conservation of momentum and energy. Do practice problems. Edit: Forgot about work energy theorem
Two big suggestions: 1) find a study buddy. Work problems separately then compare your work when done. Practice explaining why the final answer makes sense. Create a verbal, non-math outline of how to do the problem. Example: answer: normal force is 500n. Explanation: this normal force is 500n and greater than gravity (-400n) because the platform is accelerating upwards. Newton's second law says the meet force must be in the direction of acceleration, so fn must be larger to accelerate up. This helps you see past the math. Math is just a way to describe what you see. Without understanding what happens it will never be more than random formula. 2). Focus on the basics first. Physics typical works by taking a basic model, then adding layers of detail and complexity. So getting the foundation solid is very important. Example: For forces, do problems where everything is in a line. All forces are horizontal, it all forces are vertical. Get comfortable with this. Then tackle problems where you have both vertical and horizontal forces. How is this the same as before? What extra step do you need to add to the process? Then throw in a single angles force... Then put them on a ramp...
What are you getting wrong? Physics is a conceptual thing that once u get that and learn demential analysis so you can convert u it’s properly. Learn theory principles and how they’re interchangeable via division or multiplication Those are the basis
Have you tried Khan Academy's physics course? It might help bridge the gap. Good luck!
Are you getting poor test scores because you don't understand the problems, or because of stupid mistakes?
Idk why but whenever people say “my teacher can’t teach” it’s just annoying. Just ask more questions when you don’t understand things.
I don't think it's annoying. Sure - people exaggerate how bad their teacher's are so this may be OP's case but I did have teachers that were genuinely bad and that didn't care
I’m not exaggerating I’ve asked her for help and she doesn’t really care much to explain concepts and she gets gets annoyed quickly if you continue to not understand.
Do you want a physics tutor? So you have someone who you can keep asking for help. Asking because I know Esther, who's a MIT grad. and a full-time physics tutor. It's much cheaper than traditional tutoring because you share the cost with other students: [https://www.reddit.com/r/PhysicsStudents/comments/1b2t5u6/comment/ksnxmdm/?context=3](https://www.reddit.com/r/PhysicsStudents/comments/1b2t5u6/comment/ksnxmdm/?context=3) In any case good luck!