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Want to help AoPS remain a valuable Olympiad resource? Help us add contests to AoPS's Contest Collections.

Find instructions and a list of contests to add here: https://artofproblemsolving.com/community/c40244h1064480_contests_to_add
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Source: Use your common sense! (enough is enough)
Some users don't want to learn, some other simply ignore advises.
But please follow the following guideline:


To make it short: ALWAYS USE YOUR COMMON SENSE IF POSTING!
If you don't have common sense, don't post.


More specifically:

For new threads:


a) Good, meaningful title:
The title has to say what the problem is about in best way possible.
If that title occured already, it's definitely bad. And contest names aren't good either.
That's in fact a requirement for being able to search old problems.

Examples:
Bad titles:
- "Hard"/"Medium"/"Easy" (if you find it so cool how hard/easy it is, tell it in the post and use a title that tells us the problem)
- "Number Theory" (hey guy, guess why this forum's named that way¿ and is it the only such problem on earth¿)
- "Fibonacci" (there are millions of Fibonacci problems out there, all posted and named the same...)
- "Chinese TST 2003" (does this say anything about the problem¿)
Good titles:
- "On divisors of a³+2b³+4c³-6abc"
- "Number of solutions to x²+y²=6z²"
- "Fibonacci numbers are never squares"


b) Use search function:
Before posting a "new" problem spend at least two, better five, minutes to look if this problem was posted before. If it was, don't repost it. If you have anything important to say on topic, post it in one of the older threads.
If the thread is locked cause of this, use search function.

Update (by Amir Hossein). The best way to search for two keywords in AoPS is to input
[code]+"first keyword" +"second keyword"[/code]
so that any post containing both strings "first word" and "second form".


c) Good problem statement:
Some recent really bad post was:
[quote]$lim_{n\to 1}^{+\infty}\frac{1}{n}-lnn$[/quote]
It contains no question and no answer.
If you do this, too, you are on the best way to get your thread deleted. Write everything clearly, define where your variables come from (and define the "natural" numbers if used). Additionally read your post at least twice before submitting. After you sent it, read it again and use the Edit-Button if necessary to correct errors.


For answers to already existing threads:


d) Of any interest and with content:
Don't post things that are more trivial than completely obvious. For example, if the question is to solve $x^{3}+y^{3}=z^{3}$, do not answer with "$x=y=z=0$ is a solution" only. Either you post any kind of proof or at least something unexpected (like "$x=1337, y=481, z=42$ is the smallest solution). Someone that does not see that $x=y=z=0$ is a solution of the above without your post is completely wrong here, this is an IMO-level forum.
Similar, posting "I have solved this problem" but not posting anything else is not welcome; it even looks that you just want to show off what a genius you are.

e) Well written and checked answers:
Like c) for new threads, check your solutions at least twice for mistakes. And after sending, read it again and use the Edit-Button if necessary to correct errors.



To repeat it: ALWAYS USE YOUR COMMON SENSE IF POSTING!


Everything definitely out of range of common sense will be locked or deleted (exept for new users having less than about 42 posts, they are newbies and need/get some time to learn).

The above rules will be applied from next monday (5. march of 2007).
Feel free to discuss on this here.
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v_Enhance   4
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Three distinct circles $\Omega_1$, $\Omega_2$, $\Omega_3$ cut three common chords concurrent at $X$. Consider two distinct circles $\Gamma_1$, $\Gamma_2$ which are internally tangent to all $\Omega_i$. Determine, with proof, which of the following two statements is true.

(1) $X$ is the insimilicenter of $\Gamma_1$ and $\Gamma_2$
(2) $X$ is the exsimilicenter of $\Gamma_1$ and $\Gamma_2$.
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Integral with dt
RenheMiResembleRice   2
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Source: Yanxue Lu
Solve the attached:
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Show these 2 circles are tangent to each other.
MTA_2024   1
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A, B, C, and O are four points in the plane such that
\(\angle ABC > 90^\circ\)
and
\( OA = OB = OC \).

Let \( D \) be a point on \( (AB) \), and let \( (d) \) be a line passing through \( D \) such that
\( (AC) \perp (DC) \)
and
\( (d) \perp (AO) \).

The line \( (d) \) intersects \( (AC) \) at \( E \) and the circumcircle of triangle \( ABC \) at \( F \) (\( F \neq A \)).

Show that the circumcircles of triangles \( BEF \) and \( CFD \) are tangent at \( F \).
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Let a,b,c are real numbers. Prove that (a^3+b^3+c^3+3abc)^4+(a+b+c)^3(a+b-c)^3(-a+b+c)^3(a-b+c)^3>=0
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hunghd8   7
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Let $a,b,c$ be nonnegative real numbers such that $ a+b+c\geq 2+abc $. Find min
$$P=a^2+b^2+c^2.$$
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inequality marathon
EthanWYX2009   190
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There is an inequality marathon now, but the problem is too hard for me to solve, let's start a new one here, please post problems that is not too difficult.
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P1.
Find the maximum value of ${M}$, such that for $\forall a,b,c\in\mathbb R_+,$
$$a^3+b^3+c^3-3abc\geqslant M(a^2b+b^2c+c^2a-3abc).$$
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Find interger root
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Find $(k,m)\in \mathbb{Z}$ satisfying $$9 k^4 + 30 k^3 + 44 k^2 m + 105 k^2 + 20 k m - 120 k + 36 m^2 + 80 m - 240=0$$
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Factoring Marathon
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Hello guys,
I think we should start a factoring marathon. Post your solutions like this SWhatever, and your problems like this PWhatever. Please make your own problems, and I'll start off simple: P1
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Geometry solutions needed of pathfinder senior
SHIVAM_OP-IMO2025   1
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Someone plzz share pathfinder senior by vikas tiwari solutions..
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new playlist in Olympiad Geometry Channel
Plane_geometry_youtuber   3
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Hi,

I create a new playlist called "Problems from Audience". I will put my solution of the problems from audience into this playlist. Welcome to send me your problems and doubts.

https://www.youtube.com/@OlympiadGeometry-2024

my email: planery.geometry@gmail.com
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Confirming a number theoretical result
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Prove that $a \cdot c^{-1}+b \cdot d^{-1} = (ad+bc) \cdot (cd)^{-1} \pmod n$ where $\gcd(c,n) = \gcd(d,n) = 1$.
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How to convert base numbers directly without using base 10
DSL13   13
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I don't understand the topic of how you convert bases directly without going from base 10 to the base that I desire. How do I get from one base to another without the use of base 10?

I watched videos on it but I don't really get the idea.
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Mathcounts state iowa
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Ok I’m a 6th grader in Iowa who got 38 in chapter which was first, so what are the chances of me getting in nats? I should feel confident but I don’t. I have a week until states and I’m getting really anxious. What should I do? And also does the cdr count in Iowa? Because I heard that some states do cdr for fun or something and that it doesn’t count to final standings.
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MATHCOUNTS State Preparation
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Hello!

I'm going to prepare for Mathcounts state soon. I want some advice on what to do. I am in 7th grade, and I want to make it to nationals. I know I should obviously take practice tests, but should I do something else other than that, or just grind all (or most) practice tests from previous years? Also, how much should I focus on Countdown round relative to the other tests?

(For reference, I got 43 on school, and 41 on chapter. Last year, I got 16/116 rank in state. Since then, I have done the following courses from aops:
Intro: algebra b, number theory, c&p, geometry
Intermediate: algebra, number theory, c&p)
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Hello!

I'm going to prepare for Mathcounts state soon. I want some advice on what to do. I am in 7th grade, and I want to make it to nationals. I know I should obviously take practice tests, but should I do something else other than that, or just grind all (or most) practice tests from previous years? Also, how much should I focus on Countdown round relative to the other tests?

(For reference, I got 43 on school, and 41 on chapter. Last year, I got 16/116 rank in state. Since then, I have done the following courses from aops:
Intro: algebra b, number theory, c&p, geometry
Intermediate: algebra, number theory, c&p)
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Don't worry about countdown round too much. I had around the same scores as you in 6th grade (44 in chapter, got 21st in state), I worked on volume 1 and 2 from aops and a really good book I found was "The Three-Year MATHCOUNTS Marathon" by Albert Ni. It should take you about 1-2 months to get through the important topics. I got 2nd in state last year after I finished the book. I recommend focusing on topics you aren't familiar with.
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#3 h  Feb 14, 2025, 6:25 PM • 2 Y
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mithu542 wrote:
Hello!

I'm going to prepare for Mathcounts state soon. I want some advice on what to do. I am in 7th grade, and I want to make it to nationals. I know I should obviously take practice tests, but should I do something else other than that, or just grind all (or most) practice tests from previous years? Also, how much should I focus on Countdown round relative to the other tests?

(For reference, I got 43 on school, and 41 on chapter. Last year, I got 16/116 rank in state. Since then, I have done the following courses from aops:
Intro: algebra b, number theory, c&p, geometry
Intermediate: algebra, number theory, c&p)
Just a question: what state are you in? Also I would recommend just practicing using aop books or mathcounts trainer and mathdash are good resources.
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mathprodigy2011 wrote:
Just a question: what state are you in?

Wisconsin
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#5 h  Feb 14, 2025, 6:46 PM • 2 Y
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mithu542 wrote:
mathprodigy2011 wrote:
Just a question: what state are you in?

Wisconsin

I think your skill level(like I mean a 41 in chapter) basically shows your fit enough for a national team. I don't think Wisconsin's cutoff is too high so if you just don't panic you should be alright.
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#6 h  Feb 14, 2025, 8:57 PM • 2 Y
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If you want to prepare for the written contests, I'd say to use past contests or mock contests, and use alcumus for a specific subject.
Math dash and for the win are good for preparing for the countdown round.

(This is the 3rd time I've posted this exact same thing lol)
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I ordered "The Three-Year MATHCOUNTS Marathon" book.

So I was going to start volume 2 and when I was reading the "To Students" section, it said
AoPS Volume 2 To Students Section wrote:
Don't overload on a single subject though, or you'll forget everything in a week. Return to each subject every now and then, to keep your understanding current, and to see how much you've grown since you last thought about that subject.
The problem is that there are 21 days till state, and 26 chapters, so i kinda have to cram, but then I feel like I'm not getting the most out of it...
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mithu542 wrote:
I ordered "The Three-Year MATHCOUNTS Marathon" book.

So I was going to start volume 2 and when I was reading the "To Students" section, it said
AoPS Volume 2 To Students Section wrote:
Don't overload on a single subject though, or you'll forget everything in a week. Return to each subject every now and then, to keep your understanding current, and to see how much you've grown since you last thought about that subject.
The problem is that there are 21 days till state, and 26 chapters, so i kinda have to cram, but then I feel like I'm not getting the most out of it...

bump I don't know what to do should I just do the book anyway or just part of it?
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Can anyone also recommend me some help? I’m an 8th grader, currently in Iowa who’s advancing to state, and I really wish to make it to National level. Could anyone recommend me some good sources and study tips?
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What was your school and chapter score? Just practice math counts trainer and don't cram to much before.
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Okay a chapter score of 41 is really good! but for practicing I would say just to honestly take AIME mocks. This might seem weird but the geomtery problems on AIME will build up your knowledge for the final five. Also just skim all the topics that you are rusty on using Alcumus.
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#13 h  Feb 17, 2025, 11:02 PM • 1 Y
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sadas123 wrote:
Okay a chapter score of 41 is really good! but for practicing I would say just to honestly take AIME mocks. This might seem weird but the geomtery problems on AIME will build up your knowledge for the final five. Also just skim all the topics that you are rusty on using Alcumus.

I think somehow doing interesting problems gets you used to making very hidden critical observations that will get you the problem
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What was your school and chapter score? Just practice math counts trainer and don't cram to much before.

25 on school and 28 on chapter ( I know these scores look really bad but like Iowa doesn’t have as intense competition as other states)
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#15 h  Mar 11, 2025, 1:37 AM
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Don't worry about countdown round too much. I had around the same scores as you in 6th grade (44 in chapter, got 21st in state), I worked on volume 1 and 2 from aops and a really good book I found was "The Three-Year MATHCOUNTS Marathon" by Albert Ni. It should take you about 1-2 months to get through the important topics. I got 2nd in state last year after I finished the book. I recommend focusing on topics you aren't familiar with.

its by karen ge not albert ni
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mithu542 wrote:
Hello!

I'm going to prepare for Mathcounts state soon. I want some advice on what to do. I am in 7th grade, and I want to make it to nationals. I know I should obviously take practice tests, but should I do something else other than that, or just grind all (or most) practice tests from previous years? Also, how much should I focus on Countdown round relative to the other tests?

(For reference, I got 43 on school, and 41 on chapter. Last year, I got 16/116 rank in state. Since then, I have done the following courses from aops:
Intro: algebra b, number theory, c&p, geometry
Intermediate: algebra, number theory, c&p)

Analyze questions you got wrong on mock tests and in depth study how you got it wrong to prevent mistakes at the actual exam day
Also, volume 1&2 AoPS helps too
countdown round just use a online buzzer and practice
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#17 h  Mar 11, 2025, 2:29 AM
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@hashbrown2009 your Aops cube profile thingy is so nice! Is it on purpose?
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#18 h  Mar 14, 2025, 9:01 PM
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@hashbrown2009 your Aops cube profile thingy is so nice! Is it on purpose?

it was the icon they gave me lol
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#19 h  Mar 14, 2025, 9:58 PM
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FlyingUnicorn13 wrote:
@hashbrown2009 your Aops cube profile thingy is so nice! Is it on purpose?

it's a cube?
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#20 h  Mar 15, 2025, 3:15 AM
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mithu542 wrote:
Hello!

I'm going to prepare for Mathcounts state soon. I want some advice on what to do. I am in 7th grade, and I want to make it to nationals. I know I should obviously take practice tests, but should I do something else other than that, or just grind all (or most) practice tests from previous years? Also, how much should I focus on Countdown round relative to the other tests?

(For reference, I got 43 on school, and 41 on chapter. Last year, I got 16/116 rank in state. Since then, I have done the following courses from aops:
Intro: algebra b, number theory, c&p, geometry
Intermediate: algebra, number theory, c&p)


Heres my advice: Get in top 3, then guaranteed nats qual
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#21 h  Mar 15, 2025, 3:28 AM
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aoh11 wrote:
mithu542 wrote:
Hello!

I'm going to prepare for Mathcounts state soon. I want some advice on what to do. I am in 7th grade, and I want to make it to nationals. I know I should obviously take practice tests, but should I do something else other than that, or just grind all (or most) practice tests from previous years? Also, how much should I focus on Countdown round relative to the other tests?

(For reference, I got 43 on school, and 41 on chapter. Last year, I got 16/116 rank in state. Since then, I have done the following courses from aops:
Intro: algebra b, number theory, c&p, geometry
Intermediate: algebra, number theory, c&p)


Heres my advice: Get in top 3, then guaranteed nats qual

i mean technically....
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#22 h  Mar 16, 2025, 9:57 PM
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aoh11 wrote:
mithu542 wrote:
Hello!

I'm going to prepare for Mathcounts state soon. I want some advice on what to do. I am in 7th grade, and I want to make it to nationals. I know I should obviously take practice tests, but should I do something else other than that, or just grind all (or most) practice tests from previous years? Also, how much should I focus on Countdown round relative to the other tests?

(For reference, I got 43 on school, and 41 on chapter. Last year, I got 16/116 rank in state. Since then, I have done the following courses from aops:
Intro: algebra b, number theory, c&p, geometry
Intermediate: algebra, number theory, c&p)


Heres my advice: Get in top 3, then guaranteed nats qual

what type of advice is this lol
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#23 h  Mar 16, 2025, 11:13 PM
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mithu542 wrote:
Hello!

I'm going to prepare for Mathcounts state soon. I want some advice on what to do. I am in 7th grade, and I want to make it to nationals. I know I should obviously take practice tests, but should I do something else other than that, or just grind all (or most) practice tests from previous years? Also, how much should I focus on Countdown round relative to the other tests?

(For reference, I got 43 on school, and 41 on chapter. Last year, I got 16/116 rank in state. Since then, I have done the following courses from aops:
Intro: algebra b, number theory, c&p, geometry
Intermediate: algebra, number theory, c&p)

best strategy: move to a non-competitive state
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#25 h  Mar 16, 2025, 11:35 PM
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DearPrince wrote:
mithu542 wrote:
Hello!

I'm going to prepare for Mathcounts state soon. I want some advice on what to do. I am in 7th grade, and I want to make it to nationals. I know I should obviously take practice tests, but should I do something else other than that, or just grind all (or most) practice tests from previous years? Also, how much should I focus on Countdown round relative to the other tests?

(For reference, I got 43 on school, and 41 on chapter. Last year, I got 16/116 rank in state. Since then, I have done the following courses from aops:
Intro: algebra b, number theory, c&p, geometry
Intermediate: algebra, number theory, c&p)

best strategy: move to a non-competitive state

Might as well do that because I didn't even get top four at chapter with a 38
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#26 h  Mar 17, 2025, 12:48 AM
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Bnn81351 wrote:
DearPrince wrote:
mithu542 wrote:
Hello!

I'm going to prepare for Mathcounts state soon. I want some advice on what to do. I am in 7th grade, and I want to make it to nationals. I know I should obviously take practice tests, but should I do something else other than that, or just grind all (or most) practice tests from previous years? Also, how much should I focus on Countdown round relative to the other tests?

(For reference, I got 43 on school, and 41 on chapter. Last year, I got 16/116 rank in state. Since then, I have done the following courses from aops:
Intro: algebra b, number theory, c&p, geometry
Intermediate: algebra, number theory, c&p)

best strategy: move to a non-competitive state

Might as well do that because I didn't even get top four at chapter with a 38

bro in WA top 4 cutoff was like 43 man but you just gotta deal with it
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#27 h  Mar 17, 2025, 12:57 AM
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DearPrince wrote:
mithu542 wrote:
Hello!

I'm going to prepare for Mathcounts state soon. I want some advice on what to do. I am in 7th grade, and I want to make it to nationals. I know I should obviously take practice tests, but should I do something else other than that, or just grind all (or most) practice tests from previous years? Also, how much should I focus on Countdown round relative to the other tests?

(For reference, I got 43 on school, and 41 on chapter. Last year, I got 16/116 rank in state. Since then, I have done the following courses from aops:
Intro: algebra b, number theory, c&p, geometry
Intermediate: algebra, number theory, c&p)

best strategy: move to a non-competitive state

Wisconsin is non-competitive
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#28 h  Mar 17, 2025, 11:28 AM
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You should just study what you feel like you are not so good at and don't cram too much.
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#29 h  Mar 17, 2025, 1:16 PM
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aoh11 wrote:
mithu542 wrote:
Hello!

I'm going to prepare for Mathcounts state soon. I want some advice on what to do. I am in 7th grade, and I want to make it to nationals. I know I should obviously take practice tests, but should I do something else other than that, or just grind all (or most) practice tests from previous years? Also, how much should I focus on Countdown round relative to the other tests?

(For reference, I got 43 on school, and 41 on chapter. Last year, I got 16/116 rank in state. Since then, I have done the following courses from aops:
Intro: algebra b, number theory, c&p, geometry
Intermediate: algebra, number theory, c&p)


Heres my advice: Get in top 3, then guaranteed nats qual

NAAAHHHH REALLLY
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