A Gentle Introduction to the American Invitational Mathematics Exam

A Gentle Introduction to the American Invitational Mathematics Exam

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  • Author: Scott A. Annin
  • Publisher: The Mathematical Association of America
  • ISBN: 0883858355
  • Category : Mathematics
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 399

This book is a celebration of mathematical problem solving at the level of the high school American Invitational Mathematics Examination. There is no other book on the market focused on the AIME. It is intended, in part, as a resource for comprehensive study and practice for the AIME competition for students, teachers, and mentors. After all, serious AIME contenders and competitors should seek a lot of practice in order to succeed. However, this book is also intended for anyone who enjoys solving problems as a recreational pursuit. The AIME contains many problems that have the power to foster enthusiasm for mathematics – the problems are fun, engaging, and addictive. The problems found within these pages can be used by teachers who wish to challenge their students, and they can be used to foster a community of lovers of mathematical problem solving! There are more than 250 fully-solved problems in the book, containing examples from AIME competitions of the 1980’s, 1990’s, 2000’s, and 2010’s. In some cases, multiple solutions are presented to highlight variable approaches. To help problem-solvers with the exercises, the author provides two levels of hints to each exercise in the book, one to help stuck starters get an idea how to begin, and another to provide more guidance in navigating an approach to the solution.


Euclidean Geometry in Mathematical Olympiads

Euclidean Geometry in Mathematical Olympiads

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  • Author: Evan Chen
  • Publisher: American Mathematical Soc.
  • ISBN: 1470466201
  • Category : Education
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 311

This is a challenging problem-solving book in Euclidean geometry, assuming nothing of the reader other than a good deal of courage. Topics covered included cyclic quadrilaterals, power of a point, homothety, triangle centers; along the way the reader will meet such classical gems as the nine-point circle, the Simson line, the symmedian and the mixtilinear incircle, as well as the theorems of Euler, Ceva, Menelaus, and Pascal. Another part is dedicated to the use of complex numbers and barycentric coordinates, granting the reader both a traditional and computational viewpoint of the material. The final part consists of some more advanced topics, such as inversion in the plane, the cross ratio and projective transformations, and the theory of the complete quadrilateral. The exposition is friendly and relaxed, and accompanied by over 300 beautifully drawn figures. The emphasis of this book is placed squarely on the problems. Each chapter contains carefully chosen worked examples, which explain not only the solutions to the problems but also describe in close detail how one would invent the solution to begin with. The text contains a selection of 300 practice problems of varying difficulty from contests around the world, with extensive hints and selected solutions. This book is especially suitable for students preparing for national or international mathematical olympiads or for teachers looking for a text for an honor class.


Concepts and Problems for Mathematical Competitors

Concepts and Problems for Mathematical Competitors

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  • Author: Alexander Sarana
  • Publisher: Courier Dover Publications
  • ISBN: 0486842533
  • Category : Mathematics
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 430

This original work discusses mathematical methods needed by undergraduates in the United States and Canada preparing for competitions at the level of the International Mathematical Olympiad (IMO) and the Putnam Competition. The six-part treatment covers counting methods, number theory, inequalities and the theory of equations, metrical geometry, analysis, and number representations and logic. Includes problems with solutions plus 1,000 problems for students to finish themselves.


Birth Control in the Decolonizing Caribbean

Birth Control in the Decolonizing Caribbean

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  • Author: Nicole C. Bourbonnais
  • Publisher: Cambridge University Press
  • ISBN: 1107118654
  • Category : History
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 269

This book is a comprehensive history of reproductive politics and practice in the twentieth-century Anglophone Caribbean.


Fat Chance

Fat Chance

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  • Author: Benedict Gross
  • Publisher: Cambridge University Press
  • ISBN: 1108641822
  • Category : Mathematics
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 213

In a world where we are constantly being asked to make decisions based on incomplete information, facility with basic probability is an essential skill. This book provides a solid foundation in basic probability theory designed for intellectually curious readers and those new to the subject. Through its conversational tone and careful pacing of mathematical development, the book balances a charming style with informative discussion. This text will immerse the reader in a mathematical view of the world, giving them a glimpse into what attracts mathematicians to the subject in the first place. Rather than simply writing out and memorizing formulas, the reader will come out with an understanding of what those formulas mean, and how and when to use them. Readers will also encounter settings where probabilistic reasoning does not apply or where intuition can be misleading. This book establishes simple principles of counting collections and sequences of alternatives, and elaborates on these techniques to solve real world problems both inside and outside the casino. Pair this book with the HarvardX online course for great videos and interactive learning: https://harvardx.link/fat-chance.


American Invitational Mathematics Examination (Aime) Preparation

American Invitational Mathematics Examination (Aime) Preparation

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  • Author: Yongcheng Chen
  • Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
  • ISBN: 9781534981096
  • Category :
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 164

Lectures preparing for American Invitational Mathematics Examination (AIME) with plenty of practice problems and solutions.


The Shoelace Book

The Shoelace Book

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  • Author: Burkard Polster
  • Publisher: American Mathematical Soc.
  • ISBN: 0821839330
  • Category : Combinatorial optimization
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 138

Crisscross, zigzag, bowtie, devil, angel, or star: which are the longest, the shortest, the strongest, and the weakest lacings? Pondering the mathematics of shoelaces, the author paints a vivid picture of the simple, beautiful, and surprising characterizations of the most common shoelace patterns. The mathematics involved is an attractive mix of combinatorics and elementary calculus. This book will be enjoyed by mathematically minded people for as long as there are shoes to lace.Burkard Polster is a well-known mathematical juggler, magician, origami expert, bubble-master, shoelace charmer, and "Count von Count" impersonator. His previous books include A Geometrical Picture Book, The Mathematics of Juggling, and QED: Beauty in Mathematical Proof.


American Invitational Mathematics Examination (Aime) Preparation

American Invitational Mathematics Examination (Aime) Preparation

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  • Author: Yongcheng Chen
  • Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
  • ISBN: 9781534980969
  • Category :
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 148

Lectures preparing for American Invitational Mathematics Examination (AIME) with plenty of problems with detailed solutions. In the book, each chapter has three parts: (1) knowledge part talking about theorems, formulas, and skills with examples, (2) problems, (3) solutions to the problems. Topics include: Solid Geometry - Cube and Prism Plane Geometry Similar Triangles Algebraic Manipulations Solving Equations Cauchy Inequalities


American Invitational Mathematics Examination (AIME) Preparation (Volume 3)

American Invitational Mathematics Examination (AIME) Preparation (Volume 3)

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  • Author: Yongcheng Chen
  • Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
  • ISBN: 9781534981003
  • Category :
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 0

Lectures preparing for American Invitational Mathematics Examination (AIME) with plenty of practice problems and solutions.


Mathematical Miniatures

Mathematical Miniatures

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  • Author: Svetoslav Savchev
  • Publisher: MAA
  • ISBN: 9780883856451
  • Category : Education
  • Languages : en
  • Pages : 244

Rather than simply a collection of problems, this book can be thought of as both a tool chest of mathematical techniques and an anthology of mathematical verse. The authors have grouped problems so as to illustrate and highlight a number of important techniques and have provided enlightening solutions in all cases. As well as this there are essays on topics that are not only beautiful but also useful. The essays are diverse and enlivened by fresh, non-standard ideas. This book not only teaches techniques but gives a flavour of their past, present and possible future implications. It is a collection of miniature mathematical works in the fullest sense.