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| − | This | + | This problem is very similar to a handshake problem. We use the formula <math> \frac{n(n+1)}{2} </math> to usually find the number of games played (or handshakes). Now we have to use the formula in reverse. |
So we have the equation <math> \frac{n(n-1)}{2} = 21 </math>. Solving, we find that the number of teams in the BIG N conference is <math> \boxed{\textbf{(B)}\ 7} </math>. | So we have the equation <math> \frac{n(n-1)}{2} = 21 </math>. Solving, we find that the number of teams in the BIG N conference is <math> \boxed{\textbf{(B)}\ 7} </math>. | ||
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Problem
In the BIG N, a middle school football conference, each team plays every other team exactly once. If a total of 21 conference games were played during the 2012 season, how many teams were members of the BIG N conference?
Solution
This problem is very similar to a handshake problem. We use the formula 
to usually find the number of games played (or handshakes). Now we have to use the formula in reverse.
So we have the equation 
. Solving, we find that the number of teams in the BIG N conference is 
.
See Also
| 2012 AMC 8 (Problems • Answer Key • Resources) | ||
| Preceded by Problem 13 |
Followed by Problem 15 | |
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| All AJHSME/AMC 8 Problems and Solutions | ||
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