Mathex

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Mathex is challenging fast-paced Mathematics contest where teams compete against each other to answer questions as quickly as possible. Students have to be able to work as a team and be willing to try different methods to solve problems. The competition is split into two parts; practical and quick fire questions. The practical part requires critical thinking, spatial awareness questions and tangrams. It features high-level brain power as the teams of four use their skills to answer 20 questions in half an hour. Team work and input from all team members is essential for success.

Who can join: All Junior extension class Maths students

When: Meetings are in Term 2 (TBC)

Events: School Mathex competition (Week 1 Term 3) and then the regional Manawatu Mathex Competition held in Week 3 of Term 3

Cost: None

Image from: Whanganui Chronicle 13/08/19


(*) Last Reviewed: September 23, 2019

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