The Mathematical Olympiad Handbook: An introduction to problem solving based on the first 32 British Mathematical Olympiads 1965-1996 (Oxford Science Publications) | 
 enlarge | Author: A. Gardiner
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Category: Book
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Pages: 248
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Dimensions (in): 9.1 x 6.1 x 0.6
ISBN: 0198501056
Dewey Decimal Number: 510.76
EAN: 9780198501053
Publication Date: December 4, 1997
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Begun in Hungary in the nineteenth century, Mathematical Olympiads are now held for high school students throughout the world. They feature problems which, though they require only high school mathematics, seem very difficult because they are unpredictable and have no obvious starting point. This book introduces readers to these delightful and challenging problems and aims to convince them that Olympiads are not just for a select minority. The book contains problems from the British Mathematical Olympiad (BMO) competitions between 1965 and 1996. It includes hints and solutions for each problem from 1975 on, a review of the basic mathematical skills needed, and a list of recommended reading, making it an ideal source for enriching one's experience in mathematics.
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A must-buy for problem-solvers. January 6, 1999
16 out of 17 found this review helpful
This book has proven: The olympiad problems are not so hard as they appears. For every problem, there is a valuable solution outline ,teaching us how to attack it in a natural way. Furthermore, here is a good list of reference books.
Excellent introduction to problem solving June 3, 2001
8 out of 8 found this review helpful
The last time I competed in a mathematical competition was in elementary school. So when I recently picked up and tried to solve some old Olympiad and Putnam questions I was dumbfounded, to say the least. Then I discovered "The Mathematical Olympiad Handbook." This book is an excellent intro to problem solving. It is an immense help in dealing with the frustration of problems that will not yield. No solutions are given-- only outlines to the solutions(which you should only read part of if you get stuck, as the outlines will easily lead to a solution). This structure was an excellent choice as it gives novice problem solvers a chance to solve problems on their own with a little help if they need it. Highly recommend! [people new to problem solving should also check out "The Art and Craft of Problem Solving" by Paul Zeitz]
An excellent resource for mathematical olympiad preparation June 30, 2008
Charles Ashbacher (Marion, Iowa United States(cashbacher@yahoo.com))
The best way to study for exams is to work through old exams and the various Mathematical Olympiad competitions are no exception. This book begins with a brief explanation of the background mathematics considered essential for the Olympiad competitions. After this there is a complete list of all the problems that have appeared in the first round of the first 32 British Mathematical Olympiad competitions. The years covered are 1965 - 1996. While the solutions are labeled as "hints and outlines", they are thorough enough so that it would be a rare occasion for any reader to continue to feel stumped after reading them.
This book is also an excellent resource for any other mathematics competition at this level as well as some of the introductory courses in an undergraduate math program. Some of the problems are challenging to say the least; however in the true spirit of the Mathematical Olympiad, once demonstrated, in most cases the solution is clear.
The Mathematical Olympiad Handbook: An introduction to problem solving based on the first 32 British Mathematical Olympiads 1965 January 12, 2007
F. cunha Cores (Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro Brazil)
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
A very good problem book for training mathematical olympiad.
Very usefull book. August 29, 2001
Osvaldo Jimenez V (MIAMI, FL United States)
1 out of 5 found this review helpful
I teach students, a mathematical olympic team, and this book will help them to get the training they need in order to have more medalls and achievements in their carreers. It has everything they need to do their exams and practice.
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