http://nysmithmath.forumotion.net/how-to-start-becoming-a-mathlete-f15/-t1.htm Tips and tricks of the trade to help provide a firm base for future mathematical competitions such as Math Olympiad (4th-6th) and MathCounts (7th-8th). Thu, 12 Feb 2009 21:20:46 GMT 10 http://intranet.meriden.k12.ct.us/maloney/maloney_WEB/clubs/images/MathSymbols50_000.jpg http://nysmithmath.forumotion.net/how-to-start-becoming-a-mathlete-f15/-t1.htm http://nysmithmath.forumotion.net/how-to-start-becoming-a-mathlete-f15/amc-8-competition-t48.htm Archis This thread is dedicated to discussion of the AMC 8 (American Mathematics Competition.) The following is a brief "laydown" of the competition 25 multiple choice question of varying difficulty 40 minutes to solve each question Perfect scores attain national distinction and attention of personal math coaches 5th to 8th graders are allowed to participate Target: Algebra I and above will most likely score above 20 in the test Scores of above 20 are allowed to proceed to the ... How to Start Becoming a Mathlete Thu, 12 Feb 2009 21:20:46 GMT http://nysmithmath.forumotion.net/how-to-start-becoming-a-mathlete-f15/amc-8-competition-t48.htm#297 http://nysmithmath.forumotion.net/how-to-start-becoming-a-mathlete-f15/amc-8-competition-t48.htm http://nysmithmath.forumotion.net/how-to-start-becoming-a-mathlete-f15/competiton-experiences-t47.htm Archis The following are some "tools of the trade" that I have learnt from taking past competitions. I find this is beneficial to the "How to start becoming a Mathlete" forum, because anything you have learnt from taking a certain competition may be helpful towards future test-takers. Feel free to add on some of your experiences and what you recommend for pre-competition, competition, and post-competition. Pre-competition Prepare a small study guide and look over necessary ... How to Start Becoming a Mathlete Wed, 07 Jan 2009 00:45:46 GMT http://nysmithmath.forumotion.net/how-to-start-becoming-a-mathlete-f15/competiton-experiences-t47.htm#288 http://nysmithmath.forumotion.net/how-to-start-becoming-a-mathlete-f15/competiton-experiences-t47.htm