Welcome to the Past Contests section of our community forum! Here, you’ll find a wealth of resources to help you prepare for various math contests by exploring previous years’ problems and solutions. This guide will walk you through how to navigate and make the most out of this section.
Structure of the Past Contests Forum
The Past Contests forum is organized into several layers to help you quickly find the specific problems you’re looking for:
- Main Categories: Each main category represents a different math contest, such as AMC 10, AIMIE, and more.
- Subcategories by Year: Within each contest category, you’ll find subcategories organized by year. For instance, under the AMC 10 category, you might see subcategories like 2021, 2020, etc.
- Individual Posts: Each subcategory contains posts for individual questions from that year’s contest. Each post typically includes the problem statement, a detailed solution, and any relevant discussion.
How to Search for Problems
To efficiently find the problems you need, use the following features:
- Tags: Each problem post is tagged with relevant keywords such as the name of the exam, the year, and the problem number. For example, a problem from the 2021 AMC 10 might have tags like “AMC 10”, “2021”, “Problem 5”.
- Search Function: Use the search bar at the top of the forum to input these tags. For instance, if you’re looking for a specific problem from the 2021 AMC 10, you can search for “AMC 10 2021 Problem 5”. This will bring up all posts related to that specific query.
- Browsing by Year: If you prefer to browse through all the problems from a particular year, navigate through the subcategories. Select the contest you’re interested in, then choose the year. You’ll be able to see all the problems from that year in one place.
Tips for Effective Use
- Use Multiple Tags: When searching, combine tags for more precise results. For example, searching for “AIMIE 2020” will show all problems from the AIMIE 2020 exam.
- Participate in Discussions: Engage with other users by commenting on posts. Share your solutions or ask questions if you need further clarification on a problem.
- Contribute: If you have solutions or insights on problems that aren’t yet fully covered, feel free to add your own posts or comments. Your contributions help the entire community.
By leveraging these features, you’ll be able to find the problems and solutions you need quickly and efficiently. Happy studying, and good luck with your contest preparation!