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Mathematical Olympiads, 2000-2001: Problems and Solutions from Around the World (MAA Problem Book Series)

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This book contains a selection of very interesting problems proposed to various mathematical olympiads from USA and other countries in 2000 and 2001. The solutions are well presented and they contain very informative remarks and references, as well as cross-references to other problems proposed to mathematical competitions. All in all, this book is VERY WELL written, full of interesting problems and I WARMLY recommend it to anyone interested in mathematical competitions, or just in solving nice problems.

This is a great book for problem solving, whether you are a participant, or a trainer (read tutor, but for former participants, we prefer trainer). Anyway, it is a great collection of problems and solutions.

OK! I am about twelve years overdue for math contests, but I enjoyed them way too much, and now, my little brothers are getting to the right age, so, I have bought some literature. This book is part of it, and an important part in that regard.

I just would love it to be a bit cheaper. I mean, it doesn't hurt, for me, a college professor, to spend a Benjamin in three books for math olympiads, but when I was sixteen and participating on contests, I wouldn't have been able to afford it.