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Organized by the Mathematical Association of America (MAA), American Mathematics Competition (AMC) is a series of examinations to evaluate problem-solving skills and mathematical knowledge in middle and high school students. AMC 8 is for students in 8th grade or below and under 14.5 years of age.

The material covered on AMC 8 includes topics from a typical middle school mathematics curriculum. Possible topics include but are not limited to: counting and probability, estimation, proportional reasoning, elementary geometry including the Pythagorean Theorem, spatial visualization, everyday applications, and reading and interpreting graphs and tables. In addition, some of the later questions may involve linear or quadratic functions and equations, coordinate geometry, and other topics traditionally covered in a beginning algebra course.

Why Is AMC 8 Important?

AMC 8 provides an opportunity for middle school students to develop positive attitudes towards analytical thinking and mathematics that can assist in future careers. Students apply classroom skills to unique problem-solving challenges in a low-stress and friendly environment.

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Registration Period:

Sep 6, 2022 - Jan 16, 2023

Exam Dates:

January 17 , 2023

Grades:

8 and below

Exam Duration

40 minutes

Exam Format:

25 multiple-choice questions

Math Kangaroo is an international math competition that evaluates the logical combination capabilities and creative problem-solving skills of students. Originated in Australia in 1980, Math Kangaroo has become one of the most popular math competitions for elementary students worldwide. Math Kangaroo is hosted annually for students in grades 1-12. Competitors will be placed in a specific level between 1-6 according to their grades. The competition is a single round 75-minute test, consisting of 24 questions for grades 1-4 and 30 questions for grades 5–12. The test questions are divided into 3 levels, ranging from 3 points (basic) to 4 points (intermediate) and 5 points (advanced). All questions are multiple-choice with 5 different options. Test-takers are not allowed to use calculators.

Why Is Math Kangaroo Important?

Most of the test questions are challenging math word problems that are not typically covered in Common Core math. Participating in Math Kangaroo can help students develop a passion for math learning and logical thinking. Math Kangaroo participants are encouraged to reach their full potential by competing further in other math competitions such as AMC 8, AMC 10, and even AIME, which are designed for middle-school and high-school students.

Math Kangaroo Preparation at Think Academy

Think Academy offers comprehensive MK competition prep courses and resources, including info webinars, short-term courses, and mock exams.

G1-G2:

45 minutes

18 multiple-choice questions

G3-G4:

60 minutes

24 multiple-choice questions