Beestar National Competition

The Beestar National Math Competition (BNMC) is a semiannual online mathematics competition designed for grade school students across the United States[1][2]. Here are the key details about this competition:

1. 1. Format and Structure

The BNMC consists of two rounds:

1. **Dash Round**:

  - 40 fundamental questions in 4 sections
  - Total of 80 points
  - Takes place on Monday and Tuesday of the competition week
  - Recommended time: at least 60 minutes

2. **Spark Round**:

  - 20 challenging questions in 4 sections
  - Total of 80 points
  - Takes place on Wednesday and Thursday of the competition week
  - Recommended time: at least 60 minutes

The competition begins on Monday and concludes on Thursday at 11:59 p.m[1][2].

1. 1. Participation and Eligibility

- Open to students from 2nd to 8th grade - Held every fall and spring semester - Registration fee is approximately $12 per student - Parents or teachers are expected to register students online - Internet access is required for participation[1][2]

1. 1. Scoring and Results

- The total score is 160 points (80 from each round) - Rankings are determined by total scores, with time spent as a tiebreaker - Results are available on Saturday following the competition - Top-performing students are recognized on the competition result page[1][2]

1. 1. Benefits

The BNMC aims to:

- Bring students together to solve interesting problems - Assess proficiency in fundamental knowledge and skills - Expose students to applications of classroom learning - Develop interest in mathematics - Provide a benchmark for parents to evaluate their children's math skills[1]

By participating in this competition, students can challenge themselves, learn from peers, and potentially distinguish themselves academically in a national context.

Practice exams and answer sheets are downloadable here : https://www.beestar.org/competition/