Gauss called it the 'fundamental theorem' and published 6 proofs of it. Since then quadratic reciprocity has been an obsession of the mathematical community. Over 200 proofs has been published. I encountered a very simple and elegant proof. Here is a pdf file with a simple 2-page proof. quadratic reciprocity
This is an objective problem 151 from TOMATO based on Consecutive composites, useful for Indian Statistical Institute Entrance Exam. Let $n = 51! + 1$. Then the number of primes among $n+1, n+2, ... , n+50$ is (A) $0$; (B) $1$; (C) $2$; (D) more than $2$; Discussion: $51!$ is divisible by $2, 3,... 51$. […]
If three prime numbers, all greater than $3$, are in A.P. , then their common difference (A) must be divisible by $2$ but not necessarily by $3$; (B) must be divisible by $3$ but not necessarily by $2$; (C) must be divisible by both $2$ and $3$; (D) need not be divisible by any of […]
Let N be a positive integer not equal to 1. Then note that none of the numbers 2, 3, ... , N is a divisor of (N! -1). From this we can conclude that: (A) (N! - 1) is a prime number; (B) at least one of the numbers N+1 , N+2 , ...., N! […]
The number $1000! = 1.2.3...1000$ ends exactly with (A) $249$ zeroes; (B) $250$ zeroes; (C) $240$ zeroes; (D) $200$ zeroes; Discussion: To find the number of zeroes at the end of n! we just need to figure out the number of 5's occurring in prime factorization of it. Why? Because there are much more 2's […]
This post consists of Problems and solutions from TIFR 2013 Paper. Try to solve them and then read their solutions. TIFR 2013 Paper PART A (Linear and Abstract Algebra) Problem 1 Problem 2 - Automorphism of the Additive Group of Rationals Problem 3 - Existence of Real Root Problem 4 - Existence of Complex Root […]
This is an (ever-growing and ever-changing) list of books, useful for school and college mathematics students. If you are working toward Math Olympiad, I.S.I., C.M.I. entrance programs or intense college mathematics, these books may prove to be your best friend. If you are taking a Cheenta Advanced Math Program, chances are that you will referred […]
Let's discuss this objective problem number 14 from ISI BStat BMath. Try to solve the problem and then read their solution. Problem 14 f(x) = tan(sinx) (x > 0) To understand the graph of a function, easiest and the most proper method is to apply techniques from calculus. We will quickly compute, derivative and second […]
This post contains the six Indian National Maths Olympiad, INMO 2015 problems. Try to solve these problems. Let ABC be a right-angled triangle with $ \angle{B}=90^{\circ} $. Let BD is the altitude from B on AC. Let P, Q and Ibe the incenters of triangles ABD, CBD, and ABC respectively. Show that circumcenter of triangle […]
Let's understand the factor method of Diophantine equations step-by-step. Aso, try the question related to it. Diophantine Equations Consider an equation for which we seek only integer solutions. There is no standard technique of solving such a problem, though there are some common heuristics that you may apply. A simple example is $ x^2 - […]
Try this beautiful problem from Algebra based on real numbers from PRMO 2017. You may use sequential hints to solve the problem.
Try this beautiful problem from AMC 10A, 2004 based on Mensuration: Cylinder. You may use sequential hints to solve the problem.
Try this beautiful problem from AMC-10A, 2004 based on Triangle. You may use sequential hints to solve the problem.
Try this beautiful problem from Number Theory based on largest possible value from AMC-10A, 2004. You may use sequential hints to solve the problem.
Try this beautiful problem from the American Invitational Mathematics Examination I, AIME I, 1994 based on Points of Equilateral triangle.
Try this beautiful problem from the Pre-RMO, 2017 based on ratio and proportion. You may use sequential hints to solve the problem.
Try this beautiful problem from the American Invitational Mathematics Examination I, AIME I, 1994 based on Complex roots and equations.
Try this beautiful problem from the American Invitational Mathematics Examination I, AIME I, 1994 based on Length and Inequalities.
Try this beautiful problem from the Pre-RMO, 2017 based on Trigonometry & natural numbers. You may use sequential hints to solve the problem.
Try this beautiful problem from the American Invitational Mathematics Examination I, AIME I, 1994 based on Right angled triangle.
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Problem 1: The domain of definition of $f(x)=-\log \left(x^{2}-2 x-3\right)$ is (a) $(0, \infty)$(b) $(-\infty,-1)$(c) $(-\infty,-1) \cup(3, \infty)$(d) $(-\infty,-3) \cup(1, \infty)$ Problem 2: $A B C$ is a right-angled triangle with the right angle at B. If $A B=7$ and $B C=24$, then the length of the perpendicular from $B$ to $A C$ is (a) […]
If you are preparing for Mathematics Olympiads, ISI-CMI Entrances or challenging College level entrances then this article is for you. We will describe the no short-cut approach of Cheenta Programs and how you can use them.
Let's discuss a problem from CMI Entrance Exam 2019 Problem that helps us to learn how to solve complex inequality problems using Geometry. The Problem: Count the number of roots $w$ of the equation $z^{2019} − 1 = 0$ over complex numbers that satisfy $|w + 1| ≥ 2 + √2$. The Solution: Some useful […]
Author: Kazi Abu Rousan Mathematics is the science of patterns, and nature exploits just about every pattern that there is. Ian Stewart Introduction If you are a math enthusiastic, then you must have seen many mysterious patterns of Prime numbers. They are really great but today, we will explore beautiful patterns of a special type […]
In this post, you will find ISI B.Stat B.Math 2021 Objective Paper with Problems and Solutions. This is a work in progress, so the solutions and discussions will be uploaded soon. You may share your solutions in the comments below. [Work in Progress] Problem 1 The number of ways one can express $2^{2} 3^{3} 5^{5} […]
In this post, you will find ISI B.Stat B.Math 2021 Subjective Paper with Problems and Solutions. This is a work in progress, so the solutions and discussions will be uploaded soon. You may share your solutions in the comments below. [Work in Progress] Problem 1: There are three cities each of which has exactly the […]
Let's discuss a problem from CMI Entrance Exam 2019 based on the Inscribed Angle Theorem or Central Angle Theorem and Transformation Geometry. The Problem: Let $A B C D$ be a parallelogram. Let 'O' be a point in its interior such that $\angle A D B+\angle D O C=180^{\circ}$. Show that $\angle O D C=\angle […]