Try this beautiful problem from TOMATO Objective no. 27 based on Closure of a set of even numbers. Problem: Closure of a set of even numbers S is the set whose elements are zero and all even integers, positive and negative. Consider the 5 operations- [1] addition; [2] subtraction; [3] multiplication; [4] division; and […]
Try this beautiful problem from TOMATO Objective no. 13 based on Calendar Problem. This problem is useful for BSc Maths and Stats Entrance Exams. Problem: June 10, 1979, was a SUNDAY. Then May 10, 1972, was a (A) Wednesday; (B) Friday; (C) Sunday; (D) Tuesday; Solution: In a (non-leap) year there are 365 days. $365 […]
Try this beautiful problem from TOMATO Subjective Problem no. 173 based on the Sum of Polynomials. Problem : Sum of polynomials Let [latex] {{P_1},{P_2},...{P_n}}[/latex] be polynomials in [latex] {x}[/latex], each having all integer coefficients, such that [latex] {{P_1}={{P_1}^{2}+{P_2}^{2}+...+{P_n}^{2}}}[/latex]. Assume that [latex] {P_1}[/latex] is not the zero polynomial. Show that [latex] {{P_1}=1}[/latex] and [latex] {{P_2}={P_3}=...={P_n}=0}[/latex] Solution : As [latex] […]
This problem is from the Test of Mathematics, TOMATO Subjective Problem no. 172 based on the Round Robin tournament. Problem : Suppose there are [latex] {k}[/latex] teams playing a round robin tournament; that is, each team plays against all the other teams and no game ends in a draw.Suppose the [latex] {i^{th}}[/latex] team loses [latex] […]
This is a Test of Mathematics Solution Subjective 87 (from ISI Entrance). The book, Test of Mathematics at 10+2 Level is Published by East West Press. This problem book is indispensable for the preparation of I.S.I. B.Stat and B.Math Entrance. Also visit: I.S.I. & C.M.I. Entrance Course of Cheenta Problem: Let \(P(z) = az^2+ bz+c\), […]
This is a beautiful problem based on Some Direct Inequalities from Test of Mathematics Subjective Problem no. 80. Problem: Some Direct Inequalities If \(a,b,c\) are positive numbers, then show that \(\frac{b^2+c^2}{b+c}+\frac{c^2+a^2}{c+a}+\frac{a^2+b^2}{a+b}\geq a+b+c\) Solution: This problem can be solved using a direct application of the Titu's Lemma but we will instead prove the lemma first using […]
This is a beautiful problem based on Solving Equations from Test of Mathematics Subjective Problem no. 20. Problem : Solving equations If \(\ a,b,c,d\) satisfy the equations $$a+7b+3c+5d=0,$$ $$8a+7b+6c+2d=-16,$$ $$2a+6b+4c+8d=16,$$ $$5a+3b+7c+d=-16,$$ then \(\ (a+d)(b+c)\) equals \(\ (A)16 \quad (B)-16\quad (C)0 \quad\) (D)none of the foregoing numbers Solution: $$a+7b+3c+5d=0\dots(1),$$ $$8a+7b+6c+2d=-16\dots(2),$$ $$2a+6b+4c+8d=16\dots(3),$$ $$5a+3b+7c+d=-16\dots(4),$$ \(\ (1)-(3)\), and \(\ […]
Cauchy Schwarz Problem: Let be a polynomial with non-negative coefficients.Prove that if for ,then the same inequality holds for each . Discussion: Cauchy Schwarz's Inequality: Suppose for real numbers (\ a_{i},b_{i}), where (\ i\in{1,2,\dots,n}) we can say that $${\sum_{i=1}^{n}a_{i}^2}{\sum_{i=1}^{n}b_{i}^2}=\sum_{i=1}^{n}{a_{i}b_{i}}^2$$. Titu's Lemma: Let (\ a_{i},b_{i}\in{\mathbb{R}}) and let (\ a_{i},b_{i}>0) for (\ i\in{1,2,\dots,n}) $$\sum_{i=1}^{n}\frac{a_{i}^2}{b_{i}}\ge\frac{{\sum_{i=1}^{n}a_{i}}^2}{\sum_{i=1}^{n}b_{i}}$$ Proof of Cauchy Schwarz's Inequality: We […]
PROBLEM: Given and are two quadratic polynomials with rational coefficients. Suppose and have a common irrational solution. Prove that for all where is a rational number. SOLUTION: Suppose the common irrational root of (\ f(x)) and (\ g(x)) be (\sqrt{a}+b). Then by properties of irrational roots we can say that the other root of both of […]
Problem: Let ( \ k) be a fixed odd positive integer.Find the minimum value of ( \ x^2+y^2),where ( \ x,y) are non-negative integers and ( \ x+y=k). Solution: According to Cauchy Schwarz's inequality, we can write, ( \ (x^2+y^2)\times(1^2+1^2) \ge)(\ (x\times1+y\times1)^2) =>( \ 2(x^2+y^2)\ge)(\ (x+y)^2) =>( \ x^2+y^2\ge) (\frac{k^2}{2}) Therefore,the minimum value of ( \ x^2+y^2) is […]
Try this beautiful problem from PRMO, 2019, problem-12, based on Integer Problem. You may use sequential hints to solve the problem.
Try this beautiful problem from Geometry: Sectors in Circle from AMC-10A, 2012. You may use sequential hints to solve the problem
Try this beautiful problem from Algebra: Sum of whole numbers from AMC-10A, 2012. You may use sequential hints to solve the problem
Try this beautiful problem from the American Invitational Mathematics Examination I, AIME I, 1995 based on Pyramid with Square base.
Try this beautiful problem from the American Invitational Mathematics Examination I, AIME I, 1995 based on Repeatedly Flipping a Fair Coin.
Try this beautiful problem from the Pre-RMO, 2019 based on Sum of digits. You may use sequential hints to solve the problem.
Try this beautiful problem from Singapore Mathematics Olympiad, SMO, 2009 based on Trigonometry Simplification. You may use sequential hints.
Try this beautiful problem from Geometry: Area of quadrilateral from AMC-10A, 2020. You may use sequential hints to solve the problem.
Try this beautiful problem from the Pre-RMO, 2019 based on Sum of digits. You may use sequential hints to solve the problem.
Try this beautiful problem from the American Invitational Mathematics Examination I, AIME I, 1993 based on Smallest positive Integer.
Author: Kazi Abu Rousan Pi is not merely the ubiquitous factor in high school geometry problems; it is stitched across the whole tapestry of mathematics, not just geometry’s little corner of it. $\pi$ is truly one of the most fascinating things exist in mathematics. It's not just there in geometry, but it's also there in pendulum, […]
To some extent the beauty of number theory seems to be related to the contradiction between the simplicity of the integers and the complicated structure of the primes, their building blocks. This has always attracted people. A. Knauf from "Number theory, dynamical systems and statistical mechanics" This quote is indeed true. If you just think about the […]
Author: Kazi Abu Rousan Here there is $\pi$, there is circle. Today's blog will be a bit different. This will not discuss any formula or any proof, rather it will just contain a python program to compare a $\pi$ formula given by Leibniz and a one discovered by me (blush). How does Leibniz formula looks […]
Author: Kazi Abu Rousan Bottomless wonders spring from simple rules, which are repeated without end. Benoit Mandelbrot Today, we will be discussing the idea for making a simple Mandelbrot Set using python's Matplotlib. This blog will not show you some crazy color scheme or such. But rather the most simple thing you can make from […]
Try this beautiful problem from the Pre-RMO, 2019 based on Smallest Positive Integer. You may use sequential hints to solve the problem.
Author: Kazi Abu Rousan Mathematics is not yet ready for such problems. Paul Erdos Introduction A problem in maths which is too tempting and seems very easy but is actually a hidden demon is this Collatz Conjecture. This problems seems so easy that it you will be tempted, but remember it is infamous for eating […]
What is Mathcounts? MATHCOUNTS is a national middle school mathematics contest held in different places in the U.S. states and territories. It is established in 1983, which provides engaging mathematics programs to the US middle school students of different ability levels to grow their confidence and improve the attitudes about mathematics and problem solving. Who are the […]