Mathematical olympiad

A mathematical olympiad is a mathematical competition where participants are examined by problem solving and may win medals depending on their performance. Usually aimed at pre-university students, much of olympiad mathematics consists of elementary mathematics, though solutions may involve the use of calculus or higher-level mathematics. The biggest mathematics olympiad is the International Mathematical Olympiad. Among their objectives, they serve the purpose of identifying talented or gifted students in mathematics, who often receive opportunities for scholarships at universities. In a sense, they measure some mathematical abilities of the students.

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