Leningrad Mathematical Olympiads 1987-1991 (Contests in Mathematics Series ; Vol. 1) 0th Edition

by Dmitry Fomin (Author), Alexey Kirichenko (Author)

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ISBN-13: 978-0962640148

ISBN-10: 096264014X

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This book is representative of the oldest and most prestigious competitions held in the former Soviet Union. This material, formerly unavailable to the Western world, is now accessible in English for the first time.

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Product Details

Paperback: 197 pages
Publisher: MathPro Press (September 1, 1994)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 096264014X
ISBN-13: 978-0962640148
Product Dimensions: 0.8 x 6.5 x 9.2 inches
Shipping Weight: 12 ounces
Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
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Competition problems does not mean hard, only good

By Charles Ashbacher HALL OF FAMETOP 500 REVIEWERVINE VOICE on November 4, 2000

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Whether it be known as the Soviet Union or Russia, there is a history of mathematical excellence in that country that few others can rival. The Leningrad Mathematical Olympiad is the oldest mathematics competition in Russia, having been founded in 1934 and being the impetus for other such competitions in the country.
There are several levels of the competition, starting at grade five and going through grade 10. This book presents the problems and solutions for those competitions for the years 1987 through 1991. At each level there are two sets of problems, one for the initial round and the second for the elimination round. Not only is this collection an excellent source of challenge type problems for use in middle and high school classes, competitions and clubs, they also provide insight into the level of mathematics instruction in Russia. While some of the problems are of course taxing, they are well stated and many rely more on insight rather than the application of heavy mathematical skill.
The phrase "competition problems" should mean well-stated and capable of direct solution rather than extremely difficult. These problems satisfy those requirements, and if you are looking for problems to challenge middle or high school students, this is a very good place to search.

Disclaimer: The author of this review is a member of the editorial board of The Contests in Mathematics Series.

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rare classic

By Καλλιόπη on November 2, 2012

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For customers familiar with the famous Russian old school mathematical education: this is a rare find!
-Excellent organization covers 4th thru 11 grade mathematics.
-Excellent translation, smooth flow, no problems interpreting the challenging, yet approachable problems.
For customers otherwise: I was introduced to this level/quality mathematics at very young age, not necessarily in my native language.
- Just reading the problems (though translated) teaches great deal of communication in mathematics, namely: lean, precision and clarity.
- Attempt higher grade levels problems as well as lower grade levels, as each problem is solvable in more than one way applying knowledge and techniques from all grade levels.
- Caution: it can be a challenge/disappointment for us public schools students at first. I had to feed my olympians (5th, 6th graders) one (1 below grade level) problem a week initially, for about 2 months.
- Problems are not suitable for short time contests - like 3-5 minutes a problem.
- Solutions provided comprise excellent techniques to have up your math sleeves!
- Strongly recommend it for students applying to European universities that require entry exams in mathematics!

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By A Customer on August 30, 2000

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This book is helpful in the fact that it can be used to see what kind of rating you will get before an exam.

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