[WSG25] Daily Study Group: Problem Solving for Competitive Math

A Wolfram U Daily Study Group on competition mathematics with Wolfram Language begins on July 21st 2025.

Join me (@shenghuiy) and fellow math enthusiasts as we dive into advanced problem-solving strategies across number theory, geometry, algebra and graph theory/data structures—drawing from prestigious competitions such as the AMC and AIME and problems featured in Crux Mathematicorum. This study group is designed for students aiming for excellence in math competitions and those seeking to deepen their mathematical maturity for future academic success. Along the way, we will integrate Wolfram Language to explore, visualize and verify our ideas, making the most of its symbolic power and computational clarity.

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Dates: July 21st-July 25th (Monday through Friday), 11am-12pm CT (4-5pm GMT)

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I looked ahead a little at today’s Algebra Notebook. I believe that there is an error in the code for Selected Problems 1.1.

I believe that
eq1=Sum[a+kd,{k,1,50}]==200
should be
eq1=Sum[a+k
d,{k,0,49}]==200

and
eq2 = Sum[a + kd, {k, 51, 100}] == 2700
should be
eq2 = Sum[a + k
d, {k, 50, 99}] == 2700

Thanks for pointing out. Either shift the range like what your have done or use (k-1)*d to keep the current range, or make a+d as the first item. I have updated my notes.

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Where can problems in geometry be found?

I have not covered problems in Euclidean geometry in this series of lecture.

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Is the following place a good choice or one can easily find a better one?

https://artofproblemsolving.com/online

Geometry probably there:

artofproblemsolving.com/community/c4t48f4_geometry

I don’t see Friday’s Notebook in the downloads.

You can also google “Sharygin geometric olympiad”. This contest has a good selection of geometric problems.

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It should be in the downloading material section for this course.

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Hi there! I’ve already attended all 5 sessions plus I’ve passed the quiz too. When can i expect my certificate? Thanks

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Hello Syed,
The deadline for the quiz is Aug 1. Once the deadline has expired, all quiz scores will be evaluated, and completion certificates will be sent to those who have passed.

Best,
Christine Owens
Wolfram U Project Manager
Wolfram U

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I’ve scored a passing percentage on my exam, and I’ve submitted my exam prior to the deadline; I haven’t yet received the certificate despite the fact 1st Aug has now already passed. I humbly request you to kindly update me on how much more of time is needed to expect certs getting emailed. Thanks!

Hello Syed,

I can confirm you had indeed passed and earned the Completion certification. All certificates were sent yesterday!

Best,
Christine Owens
Wolfram U Project Manager
Wolfram U

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