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Questions and Answers
What types of calculating devices are NOT allowed during the contest?
What types of calculating devices are NOT allowed during the contest?
- Devices with internet access (correct)
- Devices that cannot communicate with other devices
- Devices without CAS
- Calculators without dynamic geometry software
How many marks is each question worth?
How many marks is each question worth?
- 15 marks
- 5 marks
- 20 marks
- 10 marks (correct)
What should you do with extra paper containing your solutions to the contest problems?
What should you do with extra paper containing your solutions to the contest problems?
- Give them to your teacher
- Discard them immediately after the contest
- Insert them into your answer booklet (correct)
- Submit them separately
What are the characteristics of answers that are expected for the contest?
What are the characteristics of answers that are expected for the contest?
For full solution questions, what is one of the criteria upon which marks are awarded?
For full solution questions, what is one of the criteria upon which marks are awarded?
When is the Euclid Contest held in North and South America?
When is the Euclid Contest held in North and South America?
If a student uses a calculator to find x-intercepts, what else should they do?
If a student uses a calculator to find x-intercepts, what else should they do?
What should you do if you think a diagram is inaccurate?
What should you do if you think a diagram is inaccurate?
What is the duration of the Euclid Contest?
What is the duration of the Euclid Contest?
What is the name of the organization that runs the Euclid Contest?
What is the name of the organization that runs the Euclid Contest?
Flashcards
Short Answer
Short Answer
Worth 3 marks each, answer placed in the box.
Full Solution
Full Solution
Worth remainder of 10 marks, completeness matters.
Permitted calculators
Permitted calculators
Calculating devices are allowed, provided that they do not have any of the following features: (i) internet access, (ii) the ability to communicate with other devices, (iii) information previously stored by students (such as formulas, programs, notes, etc.), (iv) a computer algebra system, (v) dynamic geometry software.
Expression evaluation
Expression evaluation
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Right Triangle Side
Right Triangle Side
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Solve for y
Solve for y
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Sequence Problem
Sequence Problem
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Tax Calculation
Tax Calculation
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Study Notes
- The Euclid Contest took place on Wednesday, April 3, 2024 in North and South America
- For locations outside of North and South America, the contest was held on Thursday, April 4, 2024
- The contest duration is 2.5 hours
- The contest is copyright 2024 University of Waterloo
- There are 10 questions, each worth 10 marks
- Calculating devices are permitted if they lack internet access, communication abilities with other devices, pre-stored information, computer algebra systems, or dynamic geometry software
- Short answer questions are worth 3 marks each and full marks are given for a correct answer placed in the box
- Part marks awarded only if relevant work is shown in the space provided for short answer questions
- Full solution questions are worth the remaining marks
- Full solution responses must be written in the answer booklet
- Marks are awarded for completeness, clarity, and style of presentation in the full solution sections
- A correct solution poorly presented will not earn full marks
- Write all answers in the provided answer booklet
- Simplification of exact numbers is expected unless otherwise specified
Additional Instructions
- Read the instructions on the front cover of the booklet
- Write all answers in the answer booklet provided
- For questions marked with a lightbulb icon, place the answer in the appropriate box in the answer booklet and show work
- For questions marked with a full solution icon, provide a well-organized solution in the answer booklet using mathematical statements and words
- Diagrams are not drawn to scale and are for aid only
- Calculators may be used for numerical calculations with justification
Bubbling
- Code name, date of birth, and grade correctly on the Student Information Form
- Ensure that the question about residency is answered
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Description
Prepare for the Euclid Mathematics Contest with key details. The contest consists of 10 questions, is 2.5 hours long, and covers various mathematical topics. Calculators are permitted, but the solutions must be clearly presented for full marks.
