Competition Math Prep 7 - Intermediate Problem Solving for AMC 8

🌟 Level Up Your Math Skills! 🌟
Ready to take your problem-solving abilities to the next level? This class helps students master more challenging AMC 8 problems while honing logical thinking and mathematical techniques.

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What We Cover

Week 1: Proportions, patterns, and logical reasoning
Week 2: Permutations, modeling, factorials, and percentages
Week 3: Algebra, Geometry, factors, and combinations
Week 4: Area, perimeter, and side lengths

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Who Is This Class For?

This class is perfect for advanced students who:

-Have completed the 7th-grade math curriculum or higher.
-Have experience solving basic AMC 8 problems and want to tackle intermediate-level challenges.
-Are looking to improve their confidence with more advanced problem-solving techniques.
-Recommended for homeschoolers or as an after-school supplement.

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Class Highlights

📚 Advanced Concepts: Tackle complex AMC 8 problems and build key skills.
🎯 Refined Problem-Solving: Learn strategies for higher-level competition math.
🎉 Collaborative Environment: Engage in group discussions to explore different approaches.

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Class Experience

Students will work on intermediate AMC 8 problems with teacher support. Each session includes:

1. An introduction to the day’s topic.
2. Guided practice on 6-8 problems aligned with AMC 8 content.
3. Group discussions to explore strategies and solutions.

Students are encouraged to use the chat feature to ask questions during the lesson. The teacher will guide students through each problem, explaining common mistakes, advanced strategies, and how to think critically about solutions.

This class is designed for students who are familiar with AMC 8 topics and want to dive deeper into more complex problems. The pace is medium, giving students the opportunity to reflect and master challenging concepts.

We will leave the easier questions for students to work out on their own.  Or they can take the Beginner AMC 8 class that will cover the easier questions. 

Extremely advanced students may want to study on their own, and attend classes from time to time for a refresher.

We want students to be prepared for the AMC test. We recommend that students enter the competition when ready. Early sign-ups are in October and can be set up through local schools.

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Pre-Requisites and Placement Test

Students should have completed the 7th-grade math curriculum or equivalent and feel comfortable with foundational problem-solving techniques.

Take this short placement test to see if this class is a good fit: Placement Test- https://u5qu6uy4.paperform.co

Not sure which AMC class to take? Use our guide: AMC Level Test - https://u5qu6uy4.paperform.co

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Preparing for the AMC?

This is the fifth class in our seven-class AMC preparation series:

Competition Math Prep 4: Intro to AMC 8 https://outschool.com/classes/competition-math-prep-4-introduction-to-amc-8-QAJRn3kg

Competition Math Prep 5 - Problem Solving for AMC 8 https://outschool.com/classes/competition-math-prep-5-problem-solving-for-amc-8-CV1OBeCB

 Competition Math Prep 6A - AMC 8 and Intro to Number Theory https://outschool.com/classes/competition-math-prep-6a-amc-8-and-intro-to-number-theory-zzrLxFfi

Competition Math Prep 6B - AMC 8 and Intro to Counting and Probability https://outschool.com/classes/competition-math-prep-6b-amc-8-and-intro-to-counting-and-probability-hOVPH9IO

Competition Math Prep 7 - Intermediate Problem Solving for AMC 8 https://outschool.com/classes/competition-math-prep-7-intermediate-problem-solving-for-amc-8-WhZt4ayL

Competition Math Prep 8 - Advanced Problem Solving for AMC 8 https://outschool.com/classes/competition-math-prep-8-advanced-problem-solving-for-amc-8-jYSWeHLQ

Competition Math Prep 9- Problem Solving for AMC 10 https://outschool.com/classes/competition-math-prep-9a-problem-solving-for-amc-10-qyQoxpAk

View our full AMC class catalog here: AMC Series- https://bit.ly/3u5aKoJ

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COMMON EUROPEAN FRAMEWORK OF REFERENCE FOR LANGUAGE (CEFR) LEVEL

Advanced (C1)

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Sample Questions

Here are some sample questions similar to what we cover in class. If your student can answer correctly  2 out of 4 of these questions, then the class is a good fit.  You can also take the pre-assessment as noted above.


1. Two 600 mL pitchers contain orange juice. One pitcher is 1/3 full and the other pitcher is 2/5 full. Water is added to fill each pitcher completely, then both pitchers are poured into one large container. What fraction of the mixture in the large container is orange juice?

2. Three friends have a total of 6 identical pencils, and each one has at least one pencil. In how many ways can this happen?

3. Spinners A (numbers 1, 2, 3, 4) and B (numbers 1, 2, 3) are spun. On each spinner, the arrow is equally likely to land on each number. What is the probability that the product of the two spinners' numbers is even?

4. At a party there are only single women and married men with their wives. The probability that a randomly selected woman is single is 2/5. What fraction of the people in the room are married men?

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Class Schedule Requests

Let us know your availability for this or future classes by completing our form: 

Schedule Form- https://ll3ml2mc.paperform.co

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Recommended Classes

Enhance your learning with these related courses:

Strengthen Your Foundation with Singapore Math Classes: 
Grade 5A- https://outschool.com/classes/5a-singapore-math-methods-advanced-math-techniques-Wtcw65kR

Grade 5B- https://outschool.com/classes/5b-singapore-math-methods-advanced-math-techniques-MX3cRjQD

Grade 6A- https://outschool.com/classes/6a-singapore-math-methods-advanced-math-techniques-j9wzCIRq

Grade 6B- https://outschool.com/classes/6b-singapore-math-methods-advanced-math-techniques-xDoug2mV

Not ready for this class? 

Check out these classes:

Competition Math Prep 6A - AMC 8 and Intro to Number Theory- https://outschool.com/classes/competition-math-prep-6a-amc-8-and-intro-to-number-theory-zzrLxFfi

Competition Math Prep 6B - AMC 8 and Intro to Counting and Probability- https://outschool.com/classes/6b-singapore-math-methods-advanced-math-techniques-xDoug2mV


View all our classes here: Course Catalog- https://bit.ly/3u5aKoJ

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AMC 8 DESCRIPTION FROM THE CREATORS

Description of the AMC 8 from the creators (https://www.maa.org/math-competitions/amc-8)
"The AMC 8 is a 25-question, 40-minute, multiple-choice examination in middle school mathematics designed to promote the development of problem-solving skills. The 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.

The material covered on the AMC 8 includes topics [and more] 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. 

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DISCLAIMER

We are not in any way affiliated with MAA. This is a class that provides an opportunity for students to ask questions and gain clarity on the steps and strategies for the challenging problems in each test set. We will leave the easier questions for students to work out on their own.