Category Archives: Math

Everything Has a Purpose…

So I recently came across a very ridiculous proof on Quora that I thought was very cool. This proof uses the infamous Fermat’s Last Theorem to create a very slick proof of a typical problem. I would have never fathomed … Continue reading

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2013 AIME I #12

So I’m trying something new this time around. I’ve decided to start a series of problem solving videos where I’m going to present solutions to some of the problems that I solve in my own way. I’m eager to continue … Continue reading

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Chessboard Tetris Mathematics

It’s time for the Power ARML, which is one of my favorite math contests. The atmosphere within the math room is rife with collaboration and ideas. Today’s power round topic is Tetris. Most of the team is excited because many … Continue reading

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USAMO

It’s a slow Friday… there’s nothing much really going on. My phone vibrates and I check my messages. My friend informs me that I’ve missed the USAMO cutoff by two points. At first I’m in disbelief. I check the MAA … Continue reading

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AMCs

I recently took the 2013 AMC 12A. I scored 117, which I think is a healthy score for my index. My goal is to build on top of this success in the 12B, and to score maybe a 125+. I … Continue reading

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September – Math

There’s not been a whole lot to do with math since I’ve gotten back from AMSP UCSC, but I’ve been currently working on USAMTS, the USA Math Talent Search. For the USAMTS problems, I’ve been trying to apply what I’ve … Continue reading

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A look back at the AIME(s)

Well now that both AIMEs are over, I think I’ll take some time to talk about how I felt about this year’s AIME I. I did take the AIME I, having qualified through the AMC 10 with a score of … Continue reading

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March Madness

So I’m thinking of releasing weekly podcasts detailing an insider’s look into the Viking Track Team. It’s going to be called “Track Talk,” and it’s for “when you have a knack for track.”The pilot episode will be released today. As … Continue reading

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2012

January marks a fresh start again. I have a new track season ahead of me, and the AMCs in about three weeks. After recovering from a week-long break due to sickness, I feel that I’m ready to continue training for … Continue reading

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