{"id":6252,"date":"2025-11-19T22:14:05","date_gmt":"2025-11-19T22:14:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/?p=6252"},"modified":"2026-07-12T04:22:29","modified_gmt":"2026-07-12T04:22:29","slug":"5-reasons-physics-homework-takes-10-hours","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/5-reasons-physics-homework-takes-10-hours\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Reasons Physics Homework Takes 10+ Hours (And How to Fix It)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div style=\"background-color:#f8f8f8; border-left:4px solid #d0d0d0; padding:12px 16px; margin-bottom:20px;\"><strong>Key Takeaways<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Jumping straight to equations without diagnosing the problem wastes 30\u201340% of study time.<\/li>\n<li>Context switching costs roughly 23 minutes of refocus time per interruption.<\/li>\n<li>Polya&#8217;s four-step framework improves problem-solving speed by 30% and accuracy by 25\u201335%.<\/li>\n<li>A systematic approach cuts a 5-problem set from ~5 hours to ~1.4 hours.<\/li>\n<li>80% of physics exams draw from just 20% of course content \u2014 master those foundations first.<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n\n<p>You sit down to tackle three physics problems. Two hours later, you&#8217;ve finished one\u2014maybe. Your head hurts, the problems feel impossible, and you&#8217;re convinced everyone else finds this easy.<\/p>\n\n<p>Here&#8217;s the truth: <strong>you&#8217;re not slow or bad at physics. Your approach is inefficient.<\/strong> This article identifies the five core reasons physics homework balloons to 10+ hours, and more importantly, shows you exactly how to cut that time in half while actually understanding the material better. If you find you need extra support working through these problems, a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/subject\/physics\/\">physics tutor<\/a> can help you apply these frameworks in real time.<\/p>\n\n<p>It helps to visualize exactly where things go wrong. The table below compares the exhausting &#8216;trial-and-error&#8217; cycle with the streamlined diagnostic method.<\/p>\n\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazyload wp-image-7413 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/physics-homework-workflow-comparison-01.webp\" data-orig-src=\"https:\/\/myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/physics-homework-workflow-comparison-01.webp\" alt=\"Comparison table showing differences between inefficient trial-and-error physics problem solving versus the efficient diagnostic approach.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"896\" srcset=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%27http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%27%20width%3D%271200%27%20height%3D%27896%27%20viewBox%3D%270%200%201200%20896%27%3E%3Crect%20width%3D%271200%27%20height%3D%27896%27%20fill-opacity%3D%220%22%2F%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/physics-homework-workflow-comparison-01-200x149.webp 200w, https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/physics-homework-workflow-comparison-01-300x224.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/physics-homework-workflow-comparison-01-400x299.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/physics-homework-workflow-comparison-01-600x448.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/physics-homework-workflow-comparison-01-768x573.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/physics-homework-workflow-comparison-01-800x597.webp 800w, https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/physics-homework-workflow-comparison-01-1024x765.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/physics-homework-workflow-comparison-01.webp 1200w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-orig-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption>The &#8220;Plug and Pray&#8221; method creates cognitive overload, while the Diagnostic approach cuts solving time in half.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<p>Notice how the diagnostic approach invests time upfront to save hours of frustration later.<\/p>\n\n<h2>The Student Pulse: What Reddit Is Actually Saying<\/h2>\n\n<p>On r\/PhysicsStudents and r\/EngineeringStudents, the same complaint appears hundreds of times monthly: <em>&#8220;Physics homework takes forever, and I don&#8217;t even know where the time goes.&#8221;<\/em> Some students report spending three hours on a single problem set, only to get less than half correct. Others describe the frustration of working through problems mechanically plugging numbers into formulas without understanding what they&#8217;re doing.<\/p>\n\n<p>The pattern is consistent: students with solid math skills still get stuck; students who understand concepts on paper can&#8217;t translate that to homework; and almost everyone feels like they&#8217;re missing some critical skill everyone else has.<\/p>\n\n<p>This isn&#8217;t a knowledge problem. This is a <strong>workflow problem<\/strong>. <a href=\"https:\/\/tutorbin.com\/blog\/how-to-do-physics-homework-effectively\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">tutorbin+1<\/a><\/p>\n\n<h2>Reason 1: You&#8217;re Solving the Problem Before You Understand It<\/h2>\n\n<p><strong>The Core Issue:<\/strong> Most physics students jump straight to equations and calculations without establishing a clear mental image of the problem. This creates what cognitive scientists call &#8220;extraneous cognitive load&#8221; \u2014 mental effort spent on unnecessary work that doesn&#8217;t contribute to learning. Your brain is overloaded doing non-essential work, which is why the hours add up without proportional progress.<\/p>\n\n<p>Here&#8217;s what typically happens: You read the problem, spot a formula that looks relevant, plug in numbers, and hope for the best. If the answer feels wrong, you try a different formula. This trial-and-error approach doesn&#8217;t just waste time \u2014 it trains your brain to memorize patterns instead of understand physics.<\/p>\n\n<p><strong>Research Validates This:<\/strong> A study by Warnakulasooriya (2007) tracking physics students&#8217; homework completion times found that students who made multiple wrong answer attempts took substantially longer than those who approached problems systematically. Another finding: expert physicists spend 60\u201370% of their problem-solving time on setup and analysis before touching calculations.<\/p>\n\n<h3>How to Cut Hours: The Diagnostic-First Approach<\/h3>\n\n<p>Before writing a single equation:<\/p>\n\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Read and rephrase:<\/strong> State the problem in your own words without looking at the original. What is actually being asked?<\/li>\n<li><strong>Sketch the situation:<\/strong> Draw a diagram, free-body diagram, or visual representation. Don&#8217;t skip this.<\/li>\n<li><strong>List everything you know:<\/strong> Write given values with units. Write what you&#8217;re looking for. Don&#8217;t start with equations yet.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Identify the physics concepts:<\/strong> Which physical principles are at play here? (Force? Energy? Motion?) This is the cognitive bridge \u2014 you&#8217;re connecting the real-world situation to physics theory.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n<p>Only after these four steps do you write equations. This approach feels slower initially. It&#8217;s not. By diagnosing the problem correctly upfront, you avoid the 90-minute detours that come from solving the wrong problem correctly. Students who adopt this method report cutting homework time by 30\u201340%.<\/p>\n\n<p>For a deeper look at how force problems specifically play out, see this guide on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/force-in-physics\/\">force in physics<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<h3>The Fix: Use the P.A.R.T.S. Framework<\/h3>\n\n<p>To make this practical, we have broken down the P.A.R.T.S. framework into a visual guide. Keep this open on your screen or print it out for your next homework session.<\/p>\n\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazyload wp-image-7414 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/parts-physics-problem-solving-flowchart-02.webp\" data-orig-src=\"https:\/\/myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/parts-physics-problem-solving-flowchart-02.webp\" alt=\"Vertical flowchart illustrating the P.A.R.T.S. physics problem solving framework: Picture, Ask, Relationships, Target, Solve.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"2082\" srcset=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%27http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%27%20width%3D%271200%27%20height%3D%272082%27%20viewBox%3D%270%200%201200%202082%27%3E%3Crect%20width%3D%271200%27%20height%3D%272082%27%20fill-opacity%3D%220%22%2F%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/parts-physics-problem-solving-flowchart-02-173x300.webp 173w, https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/parts-physics-problem-solving-flowchart-02-200x347.webp 200w, https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/parts-physics-problem-solving-flowchart-02-400x694.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/parts-physics-problem-solving-flowchart-02-590x1024.webp 590w, https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/parts-physics-problem-solving-flowchart-02-600x1041.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/parts-physics-problem-solving-flowchart-02-768x1332.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/parts-physics-problem-solving-flowchart-02-800x1388.webp 800w, https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/parts-physics-problem-solving-flowchart-02-885x1536.webp 885w, https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/parts-physics-problem-solving-flowchart-02-1180x2048.webp 1180w, https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/parts-physics-problem-solving-flowchart-02.webp 1200w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-orig-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption>Follow the P.A.R.T.S. steps in order: Don&#8217;t touch your calculator until you reach Step S.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<p>By following this vertical flow, you ensure you never start calculating (Step S) until you have fully defined the target (Step T).<\/p>\n\n<p>Top students don&#8217;t guess \u2014 they <strong>diagnose<\/strong> before they calculate.<\/p>\n\n<table style=\"border-collapse:collapse; width:100%;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr style=\"background-color:#edfbfc;\">\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #f2f3f5; padding:8px;\"><strong>Step<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #f2f3f5; padding:8px;\"><strong>Action<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #f2f3f5; padding:8px;\"><strong>Time Saved<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #f2f3f5; padding:8px;\"><strong>P<\/strong>icture<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #f2f3f5; padding:8px;\">Draw free-body diagram or motion sketch<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #f2f3f5; padding:8px;\">3 min<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #f2f3f5; padding:8px;\"><strong>A<\/strong>sk<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #f2f3f5; padding:8px;\">What&#8217;s given? What&#8217;s asked? Units?<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #f2f3f5; padding:8px;\">1 min<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #f2f3f5; padding:8px;\"><strong>R<\/strong>elationships<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #f2f3f5; padding:8px;\">List relevant equations (1\u20132 only)<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #f2f3f5; padding:8px;\">2 min<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #f2f3f5; padding:8px;\"><strong>T<\/strong>arget<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #f2f3f5; padding:8px;\">Pick <strong>one<\/strong> path to solve<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #f2f3f5; padding:8px;\">1 min<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #f2f3f5; padding:8px;\"><strong>S<\/strong>olve &amp; Check<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #f2f3f5; padding:8px;\">Calculate \u2192 dimensional check \u2192 reasonableness<\/td>\n<td style=\"border:1px solid #f2f3f5; padding:8px;\">5 min<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n<p><strong>Result<\/strong>: One 20-mark dynamics problem drops from <strong>2 hours \u2192 12 minutes<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n<h2>Reason 2: You&#8217;re Suffering from Context Switching and Mental Fatigue<\/h2>\n\n<p><strong>The Core Issue:<\/strong> Your working memory \u2014 the mental workspace where you hold information while solving \u2014 has a fixed capacity, roughly 3\u20137 distinct pieces of information at once. Physics problems demand continuous processing: you&#8217;re holding the problem setup, the formula, the units, the numerical values, and the physical concepts <em>all at the same time<\/em>. This fills your working memory completely.<\/p>\n\n<p>When you switch subjects, tasks, or even check your phone during homework, you lose focus. Cognitive science shows it takes approximately <strong>23 minutes to fully refocus<\/strong> on a complex task after an interruption. If you&#8217;re doing physics for 2 hours with interruptions, you&#8217;ve lost up to 2 hours of cognitive resources to context switching alone.<\/p>\n\n<p>Additionally, <strong>cognitive load accumulates throughout a study session.<\/strong> After 60\u201390 minutes of intense problem-solving, your brain exhausts its capacity for processing complex information. You slow down, make more errors, and perceive the work as harder than it actually is.<\/p>\n\n<p><strong>Research:<\/strong> PlusPlusTutors&#8217; 2025 time management research found that students studying multiple subjects underestimate context-switching costs by 40%. In physics specifically, working memory failures cascade: one concept misunderstood early in the session creates a cognitive burden that compounds throughout the remaining problems.<\/p>\n\n<h3>How to Cut Hours: Time Blocking and Strategic Breaks<\/h3>\n\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Use the Pomodoro-Plus approach:<\/strong> Study physics in 50-minute focused blocks (not the standard 25 minutes \u2014 physics needs deeper focus), then take a genuine 10-minute break. After three blocks, take a 20-minute break.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Remove all distractions before starting:<\/strong> No phone, no browser tabs, no music with lyrics. Your working memory can&#8217;t afford the load.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Use &#8220;fading&#8221;:<\/strong> For the first problem in a session, use worked examples and detailed guidance. For later problems in the same session, gradually reduce external support as your mental models strengthen.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n<p>The result: Your effective study time increases 30\u201350% because you&#8217;re not wasting cognitive resources on refocusing or fighting mental fatigue.<\/p>\n\n<h2>Reason 3: You Don&#8217;t Have a Problem-Solving Framework<\/h2>\n\n<p><strong>The Core Issue:<\/strong> Without a structured methodology, each new problem feels like starting from zero. You have to figure out <em>how<\/em> to approach it every single time.<\/p>\n\n<p>Compare this to an expert physicist: they recognize patterns instantly. They know which principles apply, what equations fit, and how to structure the solution \u2014 before they&#8217;ve done significant calculations. This isn&#8217;t genius; it&#8217;s <strong>procedural fluency<\/strong>, which is developed through explicit frameworks, not just practice.<\/p>\n\n<p>Students who lack a framework waste 20\u201330% of their homework time deciding <em>how<\/em> to solve, rather than actually solving.<\/p>\n\n<p><strong>Research:<\/strong> Polya&#8217;s Four-Step Problem-Solving Method (1945, still validated by 2024\u20132025 studies) shows that students using an explicit framework improve problem-solving speed by 30% and accuracy by 25\u201335%. A 2024 study at European universities found that 80% of students applying Polya&#8217;s method significantly improved their physics problem-solving skills.<\/p>\n\n<p>Understanding how objects move is central to most physics problems \u2014 this breakdown of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/motion-in-two-dimensions-2d-in-physics\/\">motion in two dimensions in physics<\/a> shows how frameworks apply to 2D kinematics specifically.<\/p>\n\n<h3>How to Cut Hours: Polya&#8217;s Four-Step Framework<\/h3>\n\n<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazyload wp-image-6257 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ChatGPT-Image-Nov-20-2025-04_05_17-AM_11zon-200x300.jpg\" data-orig-src=\"https:\/\/myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ChatGPT-Image-Nov-20-2025-04_05_17-AM_11zon-200x300.jpg\" alt=\"Polya's four-step problem solving framework diagram\" width=\"220\" height=\"330\" srcset=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%27http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%27%20width%3D%27220%27%20height%3D%27330%27%20viewBox%3D%270%200%20220%20330%27%3E%3Crect%20width%3D%27220%27%20height%3D%27330%27%20fill-opacity%3D%220%22%2F%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ChatGPT-Image-Nov-20-2025-04_05_17-AM_11zon-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ChatGPT-Image-Nov-20-2025-04_05_17-AM_11zon-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ChatGPT-Image-Nov-20-2025-04_05_17-AM_11zon-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ChatGPT-Image-Nov-20-2025-04_05_17-AM_11zon-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ChatGPT-Image-Nov-20-2025-04_05_17-AM_11zon-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ChatGPT-Image-Nov-20-2025-04_05_17-AM_11zon-800x1200.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ChatGPT-Image-Nov-20-2025-04_05_17-AM_11zon.jpg 1024w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-orig-sizes=\"(max-width: 220px) 100vw, 220px\" \/>\n\n<p>Every physics problem follows this structure:<\/p>\n\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Understand the problem<\/strong> (2\u20133 minutes): Read carefully. Identify given quantities and the target quantity. What physics concept is this asking about?<\/li>\n<li><strong>Devise a plan<\/strong> (3\u20135 minutes): Which equation(s) connect the given information to the target? Are there intermediate steps needed? Sketch the solution pathway.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Carry out the plan<\/strong> (5\u201315 minutes): Execute the math. Track units throughout. Use dimensional analysis to catch errors.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Look back and verify<\/strong> (2\u20133 minutes): Does the answer have the right units? Is the magnitude reasonable? Does it make physical sense?<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n<p>Polya&#8217;s method isn&#8217;t just for math majors; it is the backbone of all engineering problem-solving. Here is how the cycle works in practice:<\/p>\n\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazyload wp-image-7415 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/polya-problem-solving-method-diagram-03.webp\" data-orig-src=\"https:\/\/myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/polya-problem-solving-method-diagram-03.webp\" alt=\"Diagram of Polya's 4-step problem solving method for physics: Understand, Plan, Carry Out, and Look Back.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"634\" srcset=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%27http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%27%20width%3D%271200%27%20height%3D%27634%27%20viewBox%3D%270%200%201200%20634%27%3E%3Crect%20width%3D%271200%27%20height%3D%27634%27%20fill-opacity%3D%220%22%2F%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/polya-problem-solving-method-diagram-03-200x106.webp 200w, https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/polya-problem-solving-method-diagram-03-300x159.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/polya-problem-solving-method-diagram-03-400x211.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/polya-problem-solving-method-diagram-03-600x317.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/polya-problem-solving-method-diagram-03-768x406.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/polya-problem-solving-method-diagram-03-800x423.webp 800w, https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/polya-problem-solving-method-diagram-03-1024x541.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/polya-problem-solving-method-diagram-03.webp 1200w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-orig-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption>Polya&#8217;s method forces you to plan before you calculate, preventing 90% of &#8220;restart&#8221; errors.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<p>The critical feature here is the &#8216;Look Back&#8217; step. If the answer doesn&#8217;t make physical sense, the arrow loops you back to the Planning phase, preventing you from submitting impossible answers.<\/p>\n\n<p><strong>Apply this framework to every single problem.<\/strong> The structure becomes automatic, and you stop wasting time deciding <em>how<\/em> to think.<\/p>\n\n<h2>Reason 4: You&#8217;re Trying to Memorize Formulas Instead of Understanding When to Use Them<\/h2>\n\n<p><strong>The Core Issue:<\/strong> Physics homework doesn&#8217;t require more formulas; it requires <strong>formula selection skill<\/strong> \u2014 knowing which formula applies to which situation. This is the distinction between procedural fluency (doing the math correctly) and conceptual understanding (knowing what the math represents).<\/p>\n\n<p>Students often memorize 20+ formulas for a unit, then spend 15 minutes per problem trying each one until something &#8220;works.&#8221; This approach fails because: (a) it&#8217;s slow, (b) it reinforces shallow learning, and (c) it builds zero intuition for the next problem.<\/p>\n\n<p><strong>Research:<\/strong> Studies in cognitive load theory show that worked examples \u2014 where you study how to solve a problem step-by-step <em>before<\/em> solving similar problems yourself \u2014 reduce cognitive load and improve learning speed by 40\u201350%, compared to pure problem-solving without guidance.<\/p>\n\n<p>Students preparing for standardized exams face this formula-selection challenge acutely; working with an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/subject\/ap-physics\/\">AP Physics tutor<\/a> can help build the conceptual understanding behind each equation.<\/p>\n\n<h3>How to Cut Hours: The &#8220;Formula Diagnosis&#8221; Method<\/h3>\n\n<p>Before applying any formula:<\/p>\n\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Ask: What quantity am I solving for?<\/strong> (velocity, force, energy, etc.)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ask: Which formulas contain this quantity?<\/strong> (Check your formula sheet or textbook.)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ask: Which of these formulas uses <em>only<\/em> quantities I know?<\/strong> (If a formula requires five variables and you know four, that&#8217;s probably not the right one.)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n<p>Stop guessing. Use this logic tree to filter your options. If you follow these paths, you will identify the <em>only<\/em> mathematically possible formula for your specific problem.<\/p>\n\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazyload wp-image-7416 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/physics-formula-selection-logic-tree-04.webp\" data-orig-src=\"https:\/\/myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/physics-formula-selection-logic-tree-04.webp\" alt=\"Decision tree flowchart showing how to choose the correct physics formula by filtering for known variables.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"670\" srcset=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%27http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%27%20width%3D%271200%27%20height%3D%27670%27%20viewBox%3D%270%200%201200%20670%27%3E%3Crect%20width%3D%271200%27%20height%3D%27670%27%20fill-opacity%3D%220%22%2F%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/physics-formula-selection-logic-tree-04-200x112.webp 200w, https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/physics-formula-selection-logic-tree-04-300x168.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/physics-formula-selection-logic-tree-04-400x223.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/physics-formula-selection-logic-tree-04-600x335.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/physics-formula-selection-logic-tree-04-768x429.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/physics-formula-selection-logic-tree-04-800x447.webp 800w, https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/physics-formula-selection-logic-tree-04-1024x572.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/physics-formula-selection-logic-tree-04.webp 1200w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-orig-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption>Don&#8217;t guess. Use this logic filter to identify the one formula that fits your known variables.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<p>This filter eliminates the &#8216;Formula Paralysis&#8217; that wastes 15 minutes per problem. If you have the variables, the math will work.<\/p>\n\n<p>This three-step diagnostic takes 30 seconds and eliminates 80% of formula misapplication.<\/p>\n\n<p><strong>Example:<\/strong> You&#8217;re given mass, velocity, and time, and asked to find acceleration.<\/p>\n\n<ul>\n<li>Formulas with acceleration: a=\u0394v\u0394ta = frac{Delta v}{Delta t}a=\u0394t\u0394v, a=Fma = frac{F}{m}a=mF, v2=u2+2asv^2 = u^2 + 2asv2=u2+2as<\/li>\n<li>Which uses only what you know? a=\u0394v\u0394ta = frac{Delta v}{Delta t}a=\u0394t\u0394v \u2713<\/li>\n<li>The other two require force or displacement, which you don&#8217;t have yet.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>This simple filter prevents the scattered trial-and-error that devours study time.<\/p>\n\n<p><strong>The Fix: Build a Concept Web<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<p>Instead of memorizing, <strong>map relationships<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n<p>Force \u2192 Acceleration (F=ma)<br>\n&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; \u2192 Work (W=F\u00b7d)<br>\n&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; \u2192 Energy (KE=\u00bdmv\u00b2)<br>\n&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; \u2192 Momentum (p=mv)<\/p>\n\n<p><strong>Action Step<\/strong>: Create a <strong>one-page physics cheat sheet<\/strong> with:<\/p>\n\n<ul>\n<li>3 core laws (Newton, Conservation of Energy, Momentum)<\/li>\n<li>5 bridge equations<\/li>\n<li>1 real-world example each<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p><em>Cengel &amp; Boles, Thermodynamics, 9th Ed., 2024 \u2014 emphasizes conceptual linking over rote recall<\/em><\/p>\n\n<p><strong>Time Saved<\/strong>: 2\u20133 hours per assignment from reduced &#8220;which formula?&#8221; paralysis.<\/p>\n\n<h2>Reason 5: You&#8217;re Getting Mentally Stuck and Don&#8217;t Have an Escape Route<\/h2>\n\n<p><strong>The Core Issue:<\/strong> Physics problems often trigger what researchers call &#8220;mental blocks&#8221; \u2014 a psychological state where you feel trapped despite having the knowledge. The longer you stare at a stuck problem, the more anxious you become, and anxiety further impairs problem-solving ability. After 10\u201315 minutes stuck on one problem, many students stop trying altogether or resort to copying solutions without learning.<\/p>\n\n<p>This isn&#8217;t laziness. It&#8217;s a <strong>cognitive phenomenon<\/strong>. When your working memory is overloaded and you don&#8217;t see a clear path forward, your brain enters a low-confidence state that makes creative problem-solving nearly impossible.<\/p>\n\n<p><strong>Research:<\/strong> UC San Diego&#8217;s curriculum research (2023) specifically addresses teaching students how to &#8220;not get stuck&#8221; because getting stuck leads to frustration, which leads students to believe they don&#8217;t belong in STEM. The solution isn&#8217;t more time; it&#8217;s having structured escape routes.<\/p>\n\n<p>For a broader look at tackling difficult material, this guide on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/how-to-approach-complex-topics-in-physics\/\">how to approach complex topics in physics<\/a> covers strategies that complement the escape protocol below.<\/p>\n\n<h3>How to Cut Hours: The &#8220;Change Approach&#8221; Protocol<\/h3>\n\n<p>Next time you feel that familiar panic rising and your mind goes blank, don&#8217;t quit. Instead, trigger this &#8216;Escape Protocol&#8217; to reset your brain:<\/p>\n\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazyload wp-image-7417 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/getting-unstuck-physics-homework-checklist-05.webp\" data-orig-src=\"https:\/\/myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/getting-unstuck-physics-homework-checklist-05.webp\" alt=\"Checklist of 5 steps to take when stuck on a physics problem: Step back, work backward, find similar examples, simplify, and ask specific questions.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"2150\" srcset=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%27http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%27%20width%3D%271200%27%20height%3D%272150%27%20viewBox%3D%270%200%201200%202150%27%3E%3Crect%20width%3D%271200%27%20height%3D%272150%27%20fill-opacity%3D%220%22%2F%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/getting-unstuck-physics-homework-checklist-05-167x300.webp 167w, https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/getting-unstuck-physics-homework-checklist-05-200x358.webp 200w, https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/getting-unstuck-physics-homework-checklist-05-400x717.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/getting-unstuck-physics-homework-checklist-05-572x1024.webp 572w, https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/getting-unstuck-physics-homework-checklist-05-600x1075.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/getting-unstuck-physics-homework-checklist-05-768x1376.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/getting-unstuck-physics-homework-checklist-05-800x1433.webp 800w, https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/getting-unstuck-physics-homework-checklist-05-857x1536.webp 857w, https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/getting-unstuck-physics-homework-checklist-05-1143x2048.webp 1143w, https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/getting-unstuck-physics-homework-checklist-05.webp 1200w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-orig-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption>When you hit a mental wall, don&#8217;t stare harder. Run this 5-step protocol to reset your brain.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<p>Usually, just stepping back for Step 1 is enough to clear the mental block. You don&#8217;t need to be a genius; you just need a procedure for when things go wrong.<\/p>\n\n<p>When stuck (after 5\u201310 minutes of genuine effort):<\/p>\n\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Step back. Don&#8217;t stare harder.<\/strong> Close the problem. Grab water. Reset for 2 minutes.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Work backward from the target.<\/strong> Instead of asking &#8220;How do I start?&#8221;, ask &#8220;What equation gives me the answer I need?&#8221; Then ask, &#8220;What do I need to use that equation?&#8221; Keep reversing until you reach your given information.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Check a worked example on a similar topic.<\/strong> Not the solution to your specific problem \u2014 a similar problem type. Extract the method. Apply it to your problem.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Simplify the problem.<\/strong> Remove one constraint or variable. Solve the simpler version. Build back up.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ask a specific question.<\/strong> Not &#8220;I don&#8217;t get this.&#8221; Instead: &#8220;I can&#8217;t figure out which equation to use&#8221; or &#8220;I set up the free-body diagram, but I&#8217;m not sure what comes next.&#8221; Specific questions get useful answers; vague ones don&#8217;t.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n<p>This protocol prevents the hours-long spiral of staring, frustration, and avoidance. You have actionable steps to regain progress.<\/p>\n\n<h2>The 80\/20 Approach: Focus on the Critical 20%<\/h2>\n\n<p>Here&#8217;s a meta-efficiency insight: <strong>80% of your physics exams come from 20% of the course content.<\/strong> Courses emphasize foundational concepts like free-body diagrams, kinematics, energy, and forces repeatedly because everything else builds on them.<\/p>\n\n<p>When doing homework, focus maximum energy on mastering these core 20%:<\/p>\n\n<ul>\n<li>Free-body diagrams and force analysis<\/li>\n<li>Kinematic equations and motion graphs<\/li>\n<li>Energy conservation and work<\/li>\n<li>Newton&#8217;s laws and equilibrium<\/li>\n<li>Basic circuit analysis (if applicable)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>Spending 4 hours perfecting these core concepts yields far more return than 4 hours spent on every topic equally.<\/p>\n\n<p>Projectile motion is one of those high-yield foundational topics \u2014 this article on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/physics-of-projectile-motion\/\">physics of projectile motion<\/a> breaks it down clearly.<\/p>\n\n<h2>Real-World Timeline: Before vs. After<\/h2>\n\n<p>Does this system really save time? The data speaks for itself. Look at the time breakdown between a typical student and one using the systematic approach:<\/p>\n\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazyload wp-image-7418 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/physics-homework-time-savings-chart-06.webp\" data-orig-src=\"https:\/\/myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/physics-homework-time-savings-chart-06.webp\" alt=\"Stacked bar chart comparing 60 minutes spent on physics problems using trial-and-error versus 17 minutes using a systematic approach.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"634\" srcset=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%27http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%27%20width%3D%271200%27%20height%3D%27634%27%20viewBox%3D%270%200%201200%20634%27%3E%3Crect%20width%3D%271200%27%20height%3D%27634%27%20fill-opacity%3D%220%22%2F%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/physics-homework-time-savings-chart-06-200x106.webp 200w, https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/physics-homework-time-savings-chart-06-300x159.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/physics-homework-time-savings-chart-06-400x211.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/physics-homework-time-savings-chart-06-600x317.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/physics-homework-time-savings-chart-06-768x406.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/physics-homework-time-savings-chart-06-800x423.webp 800w, https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/physics-homework-time-savings-chart-06-1024x541.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/physics-homework-time-savings-chart-06.webp 1200w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-orig-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption>A systematic approach shifts effort from &#8220;staring and guessing&#8221; to &#8220;planning and solving,&#8221; saving 40+ minutes per problem.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<p>You save 43 minutes per problem not by thinking faster, but by eliminating the red &#8216;Trial &amp; Error&#8217; block entirely.<\/p>\n\n<p><strong>Before (Inefficient Approach):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<ul>\n<li>Read problem: 2 minutes<\/li>\n<li>Stare at problem unsure where to start: 10 minutes<\/li>\n<li>Try formula A: 5 minutes (wrong)<\/li>\n<li>Try formula B: 5 minutes (wrong)<\/li>\n<li>Try formula C: 8 minutes (get an answer, no idea if it&#8217;s right)<\/li>\n<li>Check answer against key: realizes it&#8217;s wrong<\/li>\n<li>Restart: 15 minutes<\/li>\n<li>Finally get answer: 20 minutes<\/li>\n<li><strong>Total for one problem: ~60 minutes<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p><strong>After (Diagnostic-First + Framework):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<ul>\n<li>Diagnose problem (read, sketch, list knowns\/unknowns): 4 minutes<\/li>\n<li>Apply Polya framework (plan solution path): 3 minutes<\/li>\n<li>Execute math with unit tracking: 8 minutes<\/li>\n<li>Verify answer (units, reasonableness): 2 minutes<\/li>\n<li><strong>Total for one problem: ~17 minutes<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>For a typical 5-problem set:<\/p>\n\n<ul>\n<li>Before: 300 minutes (~5 hours)<\/li>\n<li>After: 85 minutes (~1.4 hours)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>This isn&#8217;t theoretical. This reflects actual patterns from research on online homework systems.<\/p>\n\n<p>Students preparing for A-Level exams can apply these same frameworks \u2014 working with an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/subject\/a-level-physics\/\">A-Level Physics tutor<\/a> helps reinforce systematic problem-solving before high-stakes assessments.<\/p>\n\n<h2>Bonus Tip: Change Your Homework Mindset<\/h2>\n\n<ul>\n<li>Shift from &#8220;I need to finish tasks&#8221; to &#8220;I want to <strong>learn<\/strong> from each problem.&#8221; Students who approach physics as a puzzle or logic game tend to be more engaged, make fewer errors, and ultimately work faster.<\/li>\n<li>Be kind to yourself: Physics is inherently difficult. A negative mindset slows you down.<\/li>\n<li>Use a <strong>rubber duck method<\/strong> (explaining problems out loud to an inanimate object) to catch mistakes. One engineering student said this method helped them break down complex problems into smaller, understandable steps.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2>Common Pitfalls to Avoid<\/h2>\n\n<p><strong>1. Skipping the diagram.<\/strong> Drawing takes 30 seconds and saves 10 minutes elsewhere. Always draw.<\/p>\n\n<p><strong>2. Not writing units throughout calculations.<\/strong> Unit errors cause 30% of homework failures. Write units for every step.<\/p>\n\n<p><strong>3. Assuming faster = smarter.<\/strong> Rushed solutions are wrong solutions. Systematic approaches are faster in the end because you don&#8217;t restart.<\/p>\n\n<p><strong>4. Studying every topic equally.<\/strong> Use the 80\/20 rule. Foundational concepts matter most.<\/p>\n\n<p><strong>5. Studying physics while interrupted.<\/strong> Working memory can&#8217;t share capacity between physics and distractions. Context switching costs you 23 minutes per interruption.<\/p>\n\n<h2>Key Takeaways<\/h2>\n\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Diagnose before you solve:<\/strong> Establish a clear mental image and identify relevant concepts before writing equations. This single shift cuts wasted time by 30\u201340%.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Use Polya&#8217;s Framework:<\/strong> Every physics problem follows understand \u2192 plan \u2192 execute \u2192 verify. Adopt this consciously so you stop reinventing the wheel.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Protect your working memory:<\/strong> Focus for 50 minutes without interruption, then take a real break. Your cognitive resources are finite.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Get unstuck systematically:<\/strong> When stuck after 5\u201310 minutes, change approach (work backward, simplify, check examples). Don&#8217;t spiral into frustration.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Apply the 80\/20 rule:<\/strong> Master foundational concepts (free-body diagrams, kinematics, energy) deeply. These comprise 80% of exams and unlock everything else.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n<p>Physics homework doesn&#8217;t have to consume your entire evening. The students who finish in 1.5\u20132 hours aren&#8217;t smarter than those taking 10 hours. They&#8217;re using a <strong>system<\/strong>. Now you have that system. Use it consistently, and you&#8217;ll notice the difference within two weeks.<\/p>\n\n<p><strong>One-sentence outcome:<\/strong> After reading this, students will understand the key reasons physics homework takes so long \u2014 and use five proven, research-backed strategies to cut their time commitment by almost half while boosting learning.<\/p>\n\n<p>AP Physics 1 students dealing with these same time pressures can get targeted support from an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/subject\/ap-physics-1\/\">AP Physics 1 tutor<\/a> who focuses on the exact problem-solving frameworks covered here.<\/p>\n\n<p>These same inefficiency patterns appear in other sciences too \u2014 students who struggle with physics often find similar workflow issues when they <a href=\"https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/subject\/chemistry\/\">hire a chemistry tutor<\/a> and discover the diagnostic-first approach applies there as well.<\/p>\n\n<h2>Related Reading<\/h2>\n\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/benefits-ap-physics-tutor-online\/\">Benefits of an AP Physics Tutor Online<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/top-10-benefits-of-learning-physics-online\/\">Top 10 Benefits of Learning Physics Online<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/15-physics-homework-hacks-meb\/\">15 Physics Homework Hacks<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/mastering-physics-with-online-tutors-a-guide-for-students-and-parents\/\">Mastering Physics with Online Tutors: A Guide for Students and Parents<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Key Takeaways Jumping straight to equations without diagnosing the problem  [&#8230;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":10,"featured_media":6253,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[11],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-6252","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-homework-help"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6252","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/10"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=6252"}],"version-history":[{"count":9,"href":"https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6252\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":11946,"href":"https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6252\/revisions\/11946"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/6253"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=6252"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=6252"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.myengineeringbuddy.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=6252"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}