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The USSR Olympiad Problem Book: Selected Problems and Theorems of Elementary Mathematics (Dover Books on Mathematics),Used
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This book contains 320 unconventional problems in algebra, arithmetic, elementary number theory, and trigonometry. Most of the problems first appeared in competitive examinations sponsored by the School Mathematical Society of the Moscow State University and the Mathematical Olympiads held in Moscow. Although most of the problems presuppose only high school mathematics, they are not easy; some are of uncommon difficulty and will challenge the ingenuity of any research mathematician. Nevertheless, many are well within the reach of motivated high school students and even advanced seventh and eighth graders.The problems are grouped into twelve separate sections. Among these are: the divisibility of integers, equations having integer solutions, evaluating sums and products, miscellaneous algebraic problems, the algebra of polynomials, complex numbers, problems of number theory, distinctive inequalities, difference sequences and sums, and more.Complete solutions to all problems are given; in many cases, alternate solutions are detailed from different points of view. Solutions to more advanced problems are given in considerable detail. Moreover, when advanced concepts are employed, they are discussed in the section preceding the problems. Useful in a variety of ways in high school and college curriculums, this challenging volume will be of particular interest to teachers dealing with gifted and advanced classes.
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- Q: What topics are covered in The USSR Olympiad Problem Book? A: The book covers a range of topics including algebra, arithmetic, elementary number theory, and trigonometry, with problems grouped into twelve sections such as divisibility of integers, equations with integer solutions, and distinctive inequalities.
- Q: Is this book suitable for high school students? A: Yes, while the problems are challenging, many are accessible to motivated high school students and even advanced seventh and eighth graders.
- Q: Are solutions provided for the problems in the book? A: Complete solutions to all problems are provided, including detailed alternate solutions for more advanced problems.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is in new condition.
- Q: When was The USSR Olympiad Problem Book published? A: The book was published on September 28, 1993.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 480 pages.
- Q: Who is the author of The USSR Olympiad Problem Book? A: The author of the book is D. O. Shklarsky.
- Q: What is the binding type of the book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is this book useful for teachers? A: Yes, the book is particularly useful for teachers dealing with gifted and advanced classes, providing a variety of challenging problems.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: This is the 3rd Revised edition of The USSR Olympiad Problem Book.