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Peer reviewedGreitzer, S. L. – American Mathematical Monthly, 1976
The overall results of the fourth U.S.A. Mathematical Olympiad are discussed. The names of the eight finalists are listed, as are the problems in the test. (SD)
Descriptors: Advanced Students, Algebra, Geometry, Mathematics Education
Peer reviewedBrookshear, J. Glenn – American Mathematical Monthly, 1978
An example of a mathematical modeling problem involving student enrollment and attrition is given along with a discussion of methods and conclusions. (MN)
Descriptors: Activity Units, College Mathematics, Higher Education, Instructional Materials
Peer reviewedField, David A. – American Mathematical Monthly, 1978
An example is given of a mathematical modeling problem involving the number of people that get on and off an elevator and the expected number of stops it makes. (MN)
Descriptors: Activity Units, College Mathematics, Higher Education, Instructional Materials
