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 […]
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Bernoulli Random Variable Story A trial is performed with probability $p$ of "success", and $X$ counts the number of successes: 1 means success (one success), 0 means failure (zero success). Definition $$X= \begin{cases}1 & \text {with probability } p \\ 0 & \text {with probability } 1-p \end{cases}$$ Example (Indicator Random Variable): Indicator Random Variable […]
The AMC 8 (2005) is a 40-minute, 25-question multiple-choice contest for middle-school students (Grade 8 and below).
It tests problem-solving in arithmetic, algebra, geometry, counting, and probability (not complex calculus).
Problem 1 Andy and Betsy both live in Mathville. Andy leaves Mathville on his bicycle at $1: 30$, traveling due north at a steady 8 miles per hour. Betsy leaves on her bicycle from the same point at $2: 30$, traveling due east at a steady 12 miles per hour. At what time will they […]
Problem 1 What is the ones digit of $$222,222-22,222-2,222-222-22-2 ?$$ (A) 0(B) 2(C) 4(D) 6(E) 8 Answer: (B) 2 Problem 2 What is the value of this expression in decimal form? $$\frac{44}{11}+\frac{110}{44}+\frac{44}{1100}$$ (A) 6.4(B) 6.504(C) 6.54(D) 6.9(E) 6.94 Answer: (C) 6.54 Problem 3 Four squares of side length $4,7,9$, and 10 units are arranged in […]
AMC 8 2004 is a classic middle-school math contest featuring 25 engaging problems in algebra, geometry, counting, probability, and logical reasoning. It tests speed, accuracy, and smart problem-solving strategies in a fun competitive format.
Problem 1Theresa's parents have agreed to buy her tickets to see her favorite band if she spends an average of 10 hours per week helping around the house for 6 weeks. For the first 5 weeks, she helps around the house for $8,11,7,12$ and 10 hours. How many hours must she work during the final […]
Get the official AMC 8 - 2003 paper with all questions. This exam from the Mathematical Association of America helps young students practice analytical thinking and prepare effectively for upcoming competitions.
The AMC 8 - 2002 paper is a middle-school level mathematics contest featuring engaging problems that test logical reasoning, number sense, and problem-solving skills. This paper is ideal for students preparing for Math Oympiads and competitive exams.
Problem 1 At Euclid High School, the mathematics teachers are Mrs. Germain, Mr. Newton, and Mrs. Young. There are 11 students in Mrs. Germain's class, 8 in Mr. Newton, and 9 in Mrs. Young's class are taking the AMC 8 this year. How many mathematics students at Euclid High School are taking the contest?(A) 26(B) […]
Problem 1 Mindy made three purchases for $\$ 1.98, \$ 5.04$ and $\$ 9.89$. What was her total, to the nearest dollar?(A) $\$ 10$(B) $\$ 15$(C) $\$ 16$(D) $\$ 17$(E) $\$ 18$ Answer: (D) $\$ 17$ Problem 2 On the AMC 8 contest Billy answers 13 questions correctly, answers 7 questions incorrectly and doesn't answer […]
Practise the AMC 8 2005 paper to sharpen your core math skills and contest thinking. This set of problems covers key topics like arithmetic, algebra, geometry, counting, and logical reasoning — perfect for Grades 6–8 students aiming for AMC 8 and other olympiad-style exams.
Question 1 Cities $A$ and $B$ are 45 miles apart. Alice and Barbara start biking from $A$ and $B$ at speeds of 18 mph and 12 mph , respectively. How far away from city $A$ will they be when they meet? (a) 20 (b) 24 (c) 25 (d) 26 (e) 27 Question 2 The weight […]
Question 1 What is the value of \[ 2^{\left(0^{\left(1^{9}\right)}\right)}+\left(\left(2^{0}\right)^{1}\right)^{9}? \] (a) 0 (b) 1 (c) 2 (d) 3 (e) 4 Question 2 What is the hundreds digit of \((20!-15!)\)? (a) 0 (b) 1 (c) 2 (d) 4 (e) 5 Question 3 Ana and Bonita were born on the same date in different years, \(n\) years […]
Question 1 What is the value of $$ \left(\left((2+1)^{-1}+1\right)^{-1}+1\right)^{-1}+1 ? $$ (a) $\frac{5}{8}$ (b) $\frac{11}{7}$ (c) $\frac{8}{5}$ (d) $\frac{18}{11}$ (e) $\frac{15}{8}$ Question 2 Liliane has $50 %$ more soda than Jacqueline, and Alice has $25 %$ more soda than Jacqueline. What is the relationship between the amounts of soda that Liliane and Alica have? (a) […]
Question 1 Mary's top book shelf holds five books with the following widths, in centimeters: \(6, \frac{1}{2}, 1,2.5\), and 10. What is the average book width, in centimeters? (a) 1 (b) 2 (c) 3 (d) 4 (e) 5 Question 2 Four identical squares and one rectangle are placed together to form one large square as […]
Question 1 One can holds 12 ounces of soda. What is the minimum number of cans to provide a gallon (128 ounces) of soda? (a) 7 (b) 8 (c) 9 (d) 10 (e) 11 Question 2 Four coins are picked out of a piggy bank that contains a collection of pennies, nickels, dimes, and quarters. […]
Question 1 A bakery owner turns on his doughnut machine at 8:30 AM. At 11:10 AM the machine has completed one third of the day's job. At what time will the doughnut machine complete the job? (a) 1:50 PM (b) 3:00 PM (c) 3:30 PM (d) 4:30 PM (e) 5:50 PM Question 2 A square […]
Question 1 What is the value of \(\left(2^{0}-1+5^{2}+0\right)^{-1}\times 5\)? (a) \(-125\) (b) \(-120\) (c) \(\frac{1}{5}\) (d) \(\frac{5}{24}\) (e) \(25\) Question 2 A box contains a collection of triangular and square tiles. There are 25 tiles in the box, containing 84 edges total. How many square tiles are there in the box? (a) 3 (b) 5 […]
Question 1 What is the value of \(\frac{11!-10!}{9!}\)? (a) 99 (b) 100 (c) 110 (d) 121 (e) 132 Question 2 For what value of \(x\) does \(10^{x}\cdot 100^{2x}=1000^{5}\)? (a) 1 (b) 2 (c) 3 (d) 4 (e) 5 Question 3 For every dollar Ben spent on bagels, David spent 25 cents less. Ben paid \($12.50\) […]
Question 1 A taxi ride costs \($1.50\) plus \($0.25\) per mile traveled. How much does a 5-mile taxi ride cost? (a) \($2.25\) (b) \($2.50\) (c) \($2.75\) (d) \($3.00\) (e) \($3.25\) Question 2 Alice is making a batch of cookies and needs \(2\frac{1}{2}\) cups of sugar. Unfortunately, her measuring cup holds only \(\frac{1}{4}\) cup of sugar. […]
Question 1 Cagney can frost a cupcake every 20 seconds and Lacey can frost a cupcake every 30 seconds. Working together, how many cupcakes can they frost in 5 minutes? (a) 10 (b) 15 (c) 20 (d) 25 (e) 30 Question 2 A square with side length 8 is cut in half, creating two congruent […]