Problem of the Week

We haven't done a geometry problem in a while, so here's one for this week's Problem of the Week. 

Check out my written-up solution after the break to see if you got it right!

Advanced Knowledge Problem of the Week

Here's this week's Advanced Knowledge Problem of the Week. This one might look a lot like a famous problem you've heard of, but there's a very slight, yet very important difference in how it's set up.

Like always, I've posted my solution after the break.

What Your First Day of College Will be Like

So, you made it to college? You're probably pretty excited, right? Nervous? Scared? All of the above? Don’t worry: so is everyone else, but college is a great time in your life filled with new discoveries, challenges, and personal growth. As a writer here at the Center of Math, and someone who has experienced first day jitters, I wanted to talk about my experiences and give you some advice that will hopefully calm your nerves.

Problem of the Week

Summer as we know it is almost over! If you're not trying to avoid anything academic for as long as you can, here's this week's Problem of the Week.

I've posted the solution after the break, so you don't have to break out your buckets of paint unless you really want to.

Top 3 Alternatives to Expensive Graphing Calculators

The back-to-school rush is in full swing, and not only does that mean that students will wind up saddled with unreasonably priced textbooks, they'll also be forced into buying unreasonably priced graphing calculators. Since the Worldwide Center of Mathematics is committed to affordable and high-quality math resources, we wanted to share with you an easy way to save some cash on your back to school shopping. Here are three very powerful ways that you can skip the absurd price point of modern graphing calculators, without skimping on the calculation power that you'll need for your classes.

Throwback Fact: The Equals Symbol

For this week Throwback Fact we decided to investigate the origins of the equals symbol. You may be surprised, the equals symbols hasn't been around for as long as you may think.

Where did the equals symbol come from?

Advanced Knowledge Problem of the Week

I've been informed by anonymous sources that it's Wednesday, and that means it's time for the Advanced Knowledge Problem of the Week, which you can find here or on any of our social media feeds.

And, of course, I've posted my solution below. 

Problem of the Week

It's Monday, and that means another Problem of the Week from the Center of Math! Have a gander, and see if you can prove it one way or the other.

You can find the answer after the break!

Five Math Dates For Everyone

It can be hard to think of date ideas. Whether it’s a first date, or the hundredth, each date should be fun for both parties. Here at Worldwide Center of Mathematics, we know how great math is, so we came up with five math-inspired dates. Keep reading, there's something for everyone!

Advanced Knowledge Problem of the Week

I hope everyone's enjoying your beautiful or non-beautiful summer, wherever you may be! Here's an Advanced Knowledge Problem of the Week to either give you something to think about in the sun, or give you an excuse to stay out of the rain. 

Like always, you can check out my solution to the problem below.

Problem of the Week

Good morning from the Center of Math! Here's another Problem of the Week, which hopefully won't remind you of anything that happened over the weekend. 

Check out my solution after the break!

MathFest Day Four Challenge Problem

No more MathFest after today, but we're not stopping early! Here's the last Challenge Problem, which puts a spin on a mathematical construct you may well know and love already.

 Like before, if you're at MathFest and you show us you've solved the problem before we put the answer up this afternoon, you could win some cool Center of Math stuff! Make sure to check out our booth (19) if you haven't already. If you've enjoyed these, our Problems of the Week will continue onward on Monday, so don't worry that these problems are going away.

MathFest Day Three Challenge Problem

MathFest is already halfway over! We've got another Challenge Problem lined up for you today: here it is!

The solution will be posted in this post late this afternoon. Before that, however, if you're at MathFest, and you tweet with the correct answer to the Challenge Problem, the hashtags #MAAthFest and #WCoMChallenge, and a picture from MathFest itself, you'll be entered to win some Center of Math swag! 


UPDATE: Check out the solution below the break!

MathFest Day Two Challenge Problem

I hope everyone's having a good morning and is ready for more MathFest! Here's the Center of Math's MathFest Challenge Problem for today. 

We'll have the solution up later in the afternoon today. Remember, if you're at MathFest, and you tweet with the correct answer to the Challenge Problem, the hashtags #MAAthFest and #WCoMChallenge, and something that shows us how much of a good time you're having in the capitol, you can have a chance to win some Center of Math gear! 

UPDATE: The solution is now available! Check below the break if you want to see it.

The Center of Math is at MathFest!

The Center of Math is headed to Washington, DC to attend MathFest 2015! This year the Mathematical Association of America is celebrating its centennial, which we are honored to be a part of. Stop by our booth where we will provide information on our products, hand out cool swag, and feature brand new practice problems that were created just for MathFest. 

Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Google+, to see what we're up to at MathFest. You can use #MAAthFest to share with us your MathFest experiences as well as enter our giveaway—check below the break for more details. We can't wait to see you there!

Advanced Knowledge Problem of the Week

It's Wednesday, and that means another Advanced Knowledge Problem of the Week. This one should be fine if you know your linear algebra and multivariable calculus.

You can find my solution to the problem after the break.

Problem of the Week

I hope everyone is having a good start to their Augusts! Here's the first Problem of the Week of the month. Take a look!

And, like always, you can find the solution after the break.