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The AMC Competition Path

AMC

AMC 8/10/12

AIME

Invitational

USAJMO/ USAMO

Junior Olympiad/ Olympiad

8

AMC 8

  • •For: Middle school students (grade 8 and below)
  • •Format: 25 questions, 40 minutes
  • •Scoring: 1 point per correct answer (max 25)
  • •Topics: Middle school mathematics including counting, probability, estimation, geometry, number theory, and basic algebra
  • •Awards: Honor Roll (top 5%), Distinguished Honor Roll (top 1%)
10

AMC 10

  • •For: Students in grade 10 and below
  • •Format: 25 questions, 75 minutes
  • •Scoring: 6 points correct, 1.5 blank, 0 wrong (max 150)
  • •Topics: Elementary algebra, geometry, number theory, counting & probability (no trig, complex numbers, or calculus)
  • •Qualification: Top 2.5% advance to AIME
AIME

AIME

  • •Full Name: American Invitational Mathematics Examination
  • •Format: 15 questions, 3 hours
  • •Answers: Integers from 0 to 999
  • •Difficulty: Much harder than AMC, easier than Olympiad
  • •Qualification: AIME score + AMC score determines USAJMO/USAMO qualification
JMO/MO

USAJMO & USAMO

  • •USAJMO: USA Junior Mathematical Olympiad (AMC 10 path)
  • •USAMO: USA Mathematical Olympiad (AMC 12 path)
  • •Format: 6 proof problems over 2 days (4.5 hours each)
  • •Top Performers: Invited to Mathematical Olympiad Program (MOP)
  • •Ultimate Goal: Selection for USA IMO team

About Idaho AMC Hub

🎯Our Mission

Idaho AMC Hub is dedicated to empowering Idaho students to excel in mathematics competitions. We provide comprehensive resources, structured lessons, and practice materials specifically tailored for AMC 8 and AMC 10 preparation. Our goal is to make high-quality math competition training accessible to every motivated student in Idaho.

📚Structured Lessons

Weekly PDF lessons organized by topic (Algebra & Number Theory, Geometry, Combinatorics) for both AMC 8 and AMC 10 levels.

📝Practice Tests

Access to past AMC tests with solutions. Take tests in a simulated environment to prepare for the real competition.

🔗Curated Resources

Links to the best external resources, interactive tools, and information about Idaho-specific math competitions.

🏔️Idaho Focus

Special emphasis on building Idaho's mathematics community with information about local competitions and team opportunities.

🌟Why Participate in AMC?

•Problem-Solving Skills: Develop creative thinking and analytical abilities that extend beyond mathematics

•College Applications: Strong AMC scores distinguish you in college admissions, especially for STEM programs

•Scholarship Opportunities: Many universities offer scholarships based on AMC/AIME performance

•Community: Join a network of passionate mathematics students and mentors

•Personal Growth: Challenge yourself and discover your mathematical potential

🔒Privacy & Registration

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•We do not collect, store, or share personal data beyond what's necessary for your account

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