Competition Math Prep 4 - Introduction to AMC 8

🌟 Build Confidence and Problem-Solving Skills! 🌟

Does your child love math challenges? This class introduces students to the exciting world of competitive math using AMC 8 problems! Each session focuses on a specific topic, helping students develop logical thinking and master problem-solving techniques in a fun, supportive environment.
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What We Cover
Week 1: Measures of central tendency (average and mean)
Week 2: Measures of central tendency (median and mode)
Week 3-4: Percentages
Week 5-7: Geometry
Week 8: Greatest common factor
Week 9: Least common multiple
Week 10: Prime factorization
Week 11-12: Probability

*Students can drop in or out during any session. We will not build on prior weeks.

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Who Is This Class For?

This class is perfect for students who:

-Have completed a 5th-grade math curriculum or higher.
-A score below 7 on our placement test: https://0u7btq2t.paperform.co
-Are looking for a medium-paced introduction to AMC 8 concepts.
-Recommended for homeschoolers or as an after-school supplement.

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Class Highlights
📚 Engaging Lessons: Each session includes interactive mini-lessons and guided problem-solving.
📝 Flexible Learning: Students can join in or drop out at any point without missing foundational content.
🎯 Build Skills: Designed for students new to AMC 8 topics or needing extra practice.

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Class Experience

Students will get instruction from the teacher as they work through new topics together. 
During each session, students will:

1. Receive a lesson on the topic of the day.
2. Practice solving a few problems related to the topic.
3. Explore strategies and techniques for tackling AMC 8 problems.

Class instruction will vary from teacher to teacher but here are some important points to note:

During the lesson, students can use the chat function to share their answers or ask questions, allowing others to keep working independently. Answers are discussed as a group after everyone has had a chance to attempt them so that the class can discuss different approaches and common pitfalls.

This class is ideal for students who have not yet been exposed to AMC 8 topics and want a medium-paced introduction. Students will have time to work on problems, but they may not complete every question if they run out of time. Advanced students seeking faster-paced learning may prefer our 5-6 class.

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Pre-Requisites and Placement Test

This class is suited for advanced students who have completed a 5th-grade math curriculum. Students who have taken Singapore Math Methods classes through Level 6 may find these topics a refresher.

Take our short placement test here: 

Placement test: https://0u7btq2t.paperform.co
This class is good for you if you get a score of less than 7.

If you’re unsure which AMC class level to start with, take this test:

 AMC Level Test: https://uejxisqz.paperform.co

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Preparing for the AMC?

This is the first of seven classes in our 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 problems we’ll tackle in class. This class is a great fit if your student can solve 2 out of 4. You can also take the pre-assessment as noted above.
1. How many different four-digit numbers can be formed by rearranging the four digits in 2004?

2. After Sally takes 20 shots, she has made 55% of her shots. After she takes 5 more shots, she raises her percentage to 56%. How many of the last 5 shots did she make?

3. Handy Aaron helped a neighbor for 1 1/4 hours on Monday, 50 minutes on Tuesday, from 8:20 to 10:45 on Wednesday morning, and a half hour on Friday. He is paid $3 per hour. How much did he earn for the week?

4. Niki usually leaves her cell phone on. If her cell phone is on but she is not using it, the battery will last for 24 hours. If she is using it constantly, the battery will last for only 3 hours. Since the last recharge, her phone has been on for 9 hours, and during that time, she has used it for 60 minutes. If she doesn’t use it anymore but leaves the phone on, how many more hours will the battery last?

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Class Schedule Requests

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

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


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Recommended Classes

Strengthen your math foundation with our Singapore Math Methods 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


Explore 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 allows 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. In addition, later questions may involve linear or quadratic functions and equations, coordinate geometry, and other topics traditionally covered in a beginning algebra course."

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DISCLAIMER

We are not affiliated with MAA. This class 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. Or we recommend that they take the 3/4 class that will cover the easier questions.