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2.0 Algebra Number Theory
Chinese Remainder Theorem with Prime Moduli

Find the smallest positive integer \(x\) that satisfies the following system of congruences:
\(x \equiv 3 \pmod 5\)
\(x \equiv 5 \pmod 7\)
\(x \equiv 7 \pmod{11}\)

1.5 Combinatorics
School Committee Formation

A school club has 15 members, consisting of 8 boys and 7 girls. They need to form a committee of 4 members.

a) How many different committees can be formed?

b) How many different committees can be formed if it must consist of 2 boys and 2 girls?

1.0 Number Theory
Geometric progression partial sum

Compute the sum of the first 16 terms of the geometric sequence \(2, 6, 18, \dots\).

1.5 Algebra Number Theory
Transitivity of Divisibility

Let \( a, b, c \) be integers. Prove that if \( a \) divides \( b \) and \( b \) divides \( c \), then \( a \) divides \( c \).

3.0 Algebra
Polynomial Functional Equation

Find all polynomials \( P(x) \) such that \( P(x^2) = (P(x))^2 \) for all real \( x \).

1.0 Combinatorics
Group Photo Lineup

6 friends are lining up side-by-side for a group photo.
In how many different orders can they arrange themselves?

1.5 Combinatorics
Arranging Books on a Shelf

Jessica has 7 distinct books she wants to arrange on a bookshelf.

a) In how many different ways can she arrange all 7 books?

b) If 3 of the books are history books and must be kept together, in how many ways can she arrange the books?

2.0 Geometry
Inscribed Angle Theorem

In a circle, an inscribed angle subtending an arc is equal to half the measure of the corresponding central angle.

2.5 Algebra
Solving an Equation with Logarithms

Find all real solutions to the equation \(x \ln x = 1\). Express your answer using the Lambert W function.

3.0 Geometry
Menelaus' Theorem

Prove that for points lying on the sides of a triangle and collinear, the product of the ratios of the segments equals one.

3.0
Inequality identity with square roots

Let \(a, b, c\) be positive real numbers. Prove that:$$\frac{\sqrt{2a+b} + \sqrt{2b+c} + \sqrt{2c+a}}{\sqrt{a+b+c}} \le 3$$

2.5 Algebra
Functional Equation on Reals

Find all functions \(f: \mathbb{R} \to \mathbb{R}\) such that \(f(x+y) = f(x) + f(y)\) for all \(x,y \in \mathbb{R}\), and \(f(xy) = f(x)f(y)\) for all \(x,y \in \mathbb{R}\).

1.5 Geometry
Triangle area

A triangle has side lengths 5, 12, and 13. Compute its area.

2.5 Algebra Calculus
Recursive Sequence Limit

Let a sequence be defined by \( a_1 = 1 \) and \( a_{n+1} = \sqrt{2 + a_n} \). Prove the sequence converges and find \( \lim_{n \to \infty} a_n \).

1.5 Algebra Number Theory
Prove the Formula for the Sum of an Arithmetic Series by Induction

Use mathematical induction to prove the formula for the sum of the first \( n \) terms of an arithmetic series, which is given by
$$ S_n = \sum_{k=1}^n (a + (k-1)d) = \frac{n}{2}(2a + (n-1)d) $$
for all positive integers \( n \ge 1 \), where \( a \) is the first term and \( d \) is the common difference.

1.5 Calculus
Indefinite Integral of \(\tan(2x)\)

Evaluate the indefinite integral \( \int \tan(2x) \, dx \).

1.0 Combinatorics
Multiple Choice Quiz Answers

A quiz consists of 5 multiple-choice questions. Each question has 4 possible answers (A, B, C, D), and only one is correct.
How many different ways can a student answer all 5 questions, regardless of correctness?

1.5 Combinatorics
Marble Selection from a Bag

A bag contains 5 red marbles, 3 blue marbles, and 2 green marbles.
If you pick 3 marbles at random, how many ways can you pick exactly 1 red, 1 blue, and 1 green marble?

2.0 Geometry
Area Using Heron's Formula

Prove that the area of a triangle with sides a, b, c can be computed as the square root of s(s-a)(s-b)(s-c), where s is the semiperimeter.

1.5 Geometry
Sum of Interior Angles of a Quadrilateral

Prove that the sum of the measures of the interior angles of any convex quadrilateral is \( 360^\circ \).

1.0 Algebra
Polynomial factorization

Factor the polynomial \(x^3 - 3x^2 + 3x - 1\).

1.0 Combinatorics
License Plate Combinations

A certain state's license plates consist of 3 letters followed by 3 digits.
If repetition of letters and digits is allowed, how many different license plates are possible? Assume there are 26 possible letters and 10 possible digits (0-9).

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2.5 Calculus Trigonometry
Indefinite Integral of \(\sec^3 x\)

Find the indefinite integral:$$ \int \sec^3 x \, dx $$

3.0 Algebra
Quartic Equation with Special Symmetry

Solve the equation: \n $$ (x-1)^4 + (x-5)^4 = 82 $$

1.5 Algebra
Set Difference and Union Identity

For any two sets \( A \) and \( B \), prove that \( (A \setminus B) \cup B = A \cup B \).

1.0 Algebra Number Theory
Sum of Two Odd Integers

Prove that the sum of two odd integers is always an even integer.

2.0 Algebra
Radical Nested Equation

Solve for \( x \) in the infinite nested radical: \n $$ \sqrt{x + \sqrt{x + \sqrt{x + \dots}}} = 5 $$

2.5 Number Theory
Fermat's Little Theorem Application

Find the remainder when \\( 2^{100} \\) is divided by 13.

3.5 Algebra
Cyclic System of Equations

Find all real solutions to the system: \n $$ x_1^2 = x_2 + 2, \quad x_2^2 = x_3 + 2, \quad x_3^2 = x_1 + 2 $$

1.5 Calculus Trigonometry
Definite Integral of \(\cos^2 x\)

Evaluate the definite integral:$$ \int_{0}^{\pi/2} \cos^2 x \, dx $$

1.5 Geometry
Exterior Angle Theorem for Triangles

Given a triangle \( \triangle ABC \), with \( D \) a point on the line containing \( BC \) such that \( C \) is between \( B \) and \( D \). Prove that the measure of the exterior angle \( \angle ACD \) is equal to the sum of the measures of the two opposite interior angles, \( \angle BAC + \angle ABC \).

1.0 Combinatorics
Meeting Schedule Permutations

There are 4 different meetings that need to be scheduled for Monday afternoon, one after another.
In how many different orders can these meetings be scheduled?

1.0 Calculus
Definite Integral of \(\sec^2 x\)

Evaluate the definite integral \( \int_0^{\pi/4} \sec^2 x \, dx \).

3.0 Algebra
Symmetric System of Equations

Solve the following system of equations for real numbers \(x, y, z\):
$$ x+y+z = 6 $$
$$ x^2+y^2+z^2 = 14 $$
$$ x^3+y^3+z^3 = 36 $$

1.5 Combinatorics
Striped Flag Design

A flag has 3 horizontal stripes. There are 5 different colors available to choose from.
How many different flags can be designed if adjacent stripes must have different colors?

2.0 Geometry
Angle in a Circle

In a circle, prove that the angle subtended by a diameter is always a right angle.

1.5 Calculus
Limit of \(\frac{\cos x}{\pi/2 - x}\) as \(x \to \pi/2\)

Calculate the limit \( \lim_{x \to \pi/2} \frac{\cos x}{\pi/2 - x} \).

1.0 Combinatorics
City Tour Itinerary

A tourist wants to visit 3 specific cities out of a list of 7 possible cities. The order in which the tourist visits these cities matters.
How many different travel itineraries are possible?

2.5 Inequalities
Problem 1

Let \(a, b, c\) be positive real numbers. Prove that: i) \(a^2 + b^2 + c^2 \ge ab + bc + ca\) ii) \(a^3 + b^3 + c^3 + ab^2 + bc^2 + ca^2 \ge 2(a^2b + b^2c + c^2a)\)

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3.0 Algebra Number Theory
Parity Pattern in a Recurrence Relation

Let \( a_n \) be a sequence defined by \( a_1=1, a_2=2 \), and \( a_{n+2} = 2a_{n+1} + a_n \) for \( n \ge 1 \).
Prove by induction that \( a_n \) is even if and only if \( n \) is a multiple of 3.

1.0 Combinatorics
Custom Computer Configurations

A computer manufacturer allows customers to customize their orders. There are 3 CPU options, 2 RAM options, and 4 storage options.
How many different custom computer configurations are possible?

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2.5 Algebra
Nesbitt's Inequality

Let \(a, b, c\) be positive real numbers. Prove that:$$\frac{a}{b+c} + \frac{b}{a+c} + \frac{c}{a+b} \ge \frac{3}{2}$$

1.0 Probability Combinatorics
Probability of Picking Marbles

A bag contains 5 red marbles and 3 blue marbles. If two marbles are drawn at random without replacement, what is the probability that both are red?

3.0 Algebra
Lambert W Function Transcendental Equation

Find the real solution for the equation
$$ xe^x = 3 $$
Express your answer using the Lambert W function.

1.0 Calculus
Limit of \(\frac{\sin(3x)}{\tan(5x)}\) as \(x \to 0\)

Calculate the limit \( \lim_{x \to 0} \frac{\sin(3x)}{\tan(5x)} \).

1.0 Algebra Number Theory
Difference of Squares of Consecutive Integers

Prove that the difference between the squares of any two consecutive integers is always an odd integer.

2.0 Algebra Number Theory
Sum of Rational and Irrational

Prove that the sum of a rational number and an irrational number is always an irrational number.

1.0 Combinatorics
Movie Seating Arrangement

7 friends are going to watch a movie and sit in a single row of 7 seats.
In how many different orders can they sit?

2.0 Combinatorics
Permutations with Restrictions

How many distinct 5-letter words can be formed using the letters A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H if each letter can be used at most once and the word must contain the letter A?

1.5 Geometry
Triangle Inequality

Prove that in any triangle, the sum of the lengths of any two sides is greater than the length of the third side.

3.0 Number Theory
Cannonball Problem

Prove that the sum of the first n squares is a perfect square only for n = 1 and n = 24. That is, show that $$1^2 + 2^2 + \dots + n^2 = m^2$$ has solutions only for these values of n.

1.5 Algebra Inequalities
Solution Set for a Non-linear System of Inequalities

Find the set of all real numbers \(x\) such that the following inequalities hold simultaneously:
$$ x^2 - 4x + 3 < 0 $$
$$ \frac{x-1}{x+2} \geq 0 $$

2.0 Number Theory
Prove a Divisibility Rule by Induction

Use the principle of mathematical induction to prove that for every positive integer \(n \geq 1\), the expression
$$
3^{2n+2} - 8n - 9
$$
is divisible by 64.

2.0 Geometry
Midline Theorem

Prove that the segment joining the midpoints of two sides of a triangle is parallel to the third side and half its length.

3.0 Geometry
Euler Line

Prove that the centroid, circumcenter, and orthocenter of a non-equilateral triangle lie on a single line called the Euler line.

3.0 Number Theory
Fermat Numbers and Relative Primality

Let \( F_n = 2^{2^n} + 1 \) be the \( n \)-th Fermat number for \( n \ge 0 \).
a) Prove by induction that for any \( n \ge 1 \), \( F_n = F_0 \cdot F_1 \cdot \dots \cdot F_{n-1} + 2 \).
b) Use the result from part (a) to show that any two distinct Fermat numbers \( F_m \) and \( F_n \) (where \( m \ne n \)) are relatively prime, i.e., \( \gcd(F_m, F_n) = 1 \).

2.5 Algebra Trigonometry
Finite Sum of \(\sin(kx)\)

Find a closed-form expression for the sum \( \sum_{k=1}^{N} \sin(kx) \).

2.0 Number Theory
Sum of squares

Compute the sum of squares of the first 1000 positive integers: $$1^2 + 2^2 + \dots + 1000^2.$$

4.0 Algebra Inequalities
System of Inequality and Constraints

Let \( a, b, c \) be non-negative real numbers such that \( a+b+c=1 \). Find the maximum value of: \n $$ ab + bc + ca - 2abc $$

1.5 Geometry
Perpendicular Bisectors and Circumcenter

Given triangle ABC, the perpendicular bisectors of its sides intersect at point O. Prove that O is equidistant from A, B, and C.

1.0 Combinatorics
Pizza Topping Choices

A pizza restaurant offers 8 different toppings. A customer wants to choose exactly 3 different toppings for their pizza.
How many different combinations of toppings are possible?

1.5 Algebra Number Theory
Modular Inverse Calculation (Prime Modulus)

Find the smallest positive integer \(x\) such that \(17x \equiv 1 \pmod{101}\).

1.5 Algebra Number Theory
Integer Solutions for Reciprocal Sum

Find all positive integer solutions \((x,y)\) to the equation
$$ \frac{1}{x} + \frac{1}{y} = \frac{1}{3} $$

2.0 Number Theory Combinatorics
Prove the Formula for the Sum of Fibonacci Numbers by Induction

Let \( F_k \) be the \( k \)-th Fibonacci number defined by \( F_1 = 1 \), \( F_2 = 1 \), and \( F_k = F_{k-1} + F_{k-2} \) for \( k \geq 3 \).
Prove by mathematical induction that for all positive integers \( n \):
$$ \sum_{i=1}^n F_i = F_{n+2} - 1 $$

1.0 Calculus
Derivative of \(f(x) = \frac{\sin x}{x}\)

Find the derivative of the function \(f(x) = \frac{\sin x}{x}\) with respect to \(x\).

1.5 Geometry
Pythagorean Theorem

Prove that in a right triangle, the square of the hypotenuse is equal to the sum of the squares of the other two sides.

2.5 Number Theory
System of Modular Congruences

Find the smallest positive integer \(n\) that satisfies the following congruences:
\(n \equiv 2 \pmod{5}\)
\(n \equiv 3 \pmod{7}\)
\(n \equiv 4 \pmod{11}\).

3.0 Algebra Calculus Trigonometry
Sum of Telescoping Series with Arctangent

Find the sum of the series:$$ \sum_{n=1}^{N} \arctan\left(\frac{1}{n^2+n+1}\right) $$

3.0 Number Theory
Prime Divisor of Sum of Squares

Let \(p\) be a prime number. If \(p\) divides \(n^2 + 1\) for some integer \(n\), prove that \(p \equiv 1 \pmod{4}\) or \(p=2\).

1.5 Geometry
Triangle area using coordinates

Find the area of the triangle with vertices \((1,2)\), \((4,5)\), and \((6,1)\)

2.0 Probability
Conditional Probability with Dice

Two fair six-sided dice are rolled. What is the probability that the sum of the numbers rolled is 7, given that at least one die shows a 3?

1.0 Combinatorics
Ice Cream Scoop Choices

An ice cream shop has 12 different flavors available.
How many ways can a customer choose 2 different scoops for their cone, if the order of the scoops does not matter?

1.0 Calculus
Derivative of \(f(x) = \ln(\tan x)\)

Find the derivative of the function \(f(x) = \ln(\tan x)\) with respect to \(x\).

1.5 Geometry
Angle Bisector in a Triangle

In triangle ABC, the internal angle bisector of angle A meets side BC at point D. Prove that $$\frac{BD}{DC} = \frac{AB}{AC}$$.

2.5 Geometry Trigonometry
Median in a right triangle

In a right triangle with legs \(a\) and \(b\), compute the length of the median from the right angle.

2.0 Calculus
Indefinite Integral of \(\cos^3 x\)

Evaluate the indefinite integral \( \int \cos^3 x \, dx \).

2.0 Combinatorics
PIN Code Possibilities

A bank requires its customers to create a 4-digit Personal Identification Number (PIN) using digits from 0 to 9.

a) How many different 4-digit PINs are possible if digits can be repeated?

b) How many different 4-digit PINs are possible if digits cannot be repeated?

c) How many different 4-digit PINs are possible if the first digit cannot be 0 and digits cannot be repeated?



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