The AMC 8 is a 25-question, 40-minute multiple-choice competition designed to enhance problem-solving skills and foster a love for mathematics among middle school students. The competition offers an introduction to challenging mathematical concepts in a fun and engaging way.
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American Mathematics Competition 8 (AMC 8)
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Contact Info
- Phone: (800) 527-3690
- Contact: amcinfo@maa.org
- Website
- Mathematical Association of America (MAA)
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About the competition
Comp Info
- Estimated Ann. Participants: 150000
- Cost: Registration fees vary depending on the number of participants and mode of administration.
- Estimated Time Commitment: Major
- Participant Format: Individual
- Event Format: In-Person
- Competition Format: Exam
- Reach: International
- Event Size: Large
Participation Information
Schools register their students online through the MAA website. The AMC 8 is held annually in January, and students participate at their schools or other registered competition sites.
Open to middle school students, typically in grades 6-8, but younger students may also participate.
Certificates, medals, and recognition
Schools register their students online through the MAA website. The AMC 8 is held annually in January, and students participate at their schools or other registered competition sites.
1. Register through the MAA website. 2. Prepare using study materials. 3. Participate in the contest on the designated date.
Access to mathematics study materials, previous AMC 8 problems, and a calculator (if allowed by the competition rules).
Judging is based on the number of correct answers. Scores are used to rank participants and identify top performers.