How to solve any physics problem baffled as to where to begin with a physics problem there is a very simply and logical flow process to solving any physics problem calm down it is just a problem not the end of the world. Yes to solve any problems not just physics but any problems you need to practice at least for one hour on a daily basis yes you have to train your brain in such a way that while reading the problem itself your brain should start branching it into the branch of physics and you should easily note down the equations that are needed to be solved there is no shortcut for this process or . Draw as many diagrams of the situation described in the problem statement as are necessary to make the situation and your analysis clear often one will suffice on your diagrams use symbols not values near the diagram draw up a table of the givens being sure to respect the precision and units given in the problem statement. Learn five simple steps in five minutes in this episode we cover the most effective problem solving method ive encountered and call upon some fuzzy friends