Math Olympiad

Identify whether the problem is a shortage or an excess, then apply the corresponding formula to solve for counts and verify with candy, dollars, and marbles scenarios.

Explore circle and square pattern problems, derive the formula y=2x-1 to count circles, and practice counting squares in figures four and five to reinforce pattern reasoning.

Practice age-relationship problems in Math Olympiad using variables and linear equations. Apply time-line reasoning, distributive property, and substitution checks to verify solutions.

Explore strategies for solving math olympiad table problems by ranking siblings, and practice truth-teller logic with triplets and a country-hobby puzzle to sharpen deduction.

Solve speed and cue problems, including a 60-meter chase and a five-person line-up, deriving a ten-second catch-up and the order from front to back: Susan, Claire, Adam, John, Mary.