2011_Questions_Grades 5-6-2011_Questions_Levels

2011_Questions_Levels_5&6

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The "Math Kangaroo 2011" competition for levels 5 and 6 was held on March 17, 2011. It is an internationally recognized mathematics contest for students, and the test for these levels consists of 30 questions spanning 4 pages. Participants are given 75 minutes to complete the test, and calculators are not permitted.<br /><br />Each question in the test is categorized based on the points awarded for a correct answer: 3-point, 4-point, or 5-point problems. The format involves a variety of mathematical puzzles and logical problems, ranging from basic arithmetic and geometric reasoning to more complex problems that test critical thinking and problem-solving skills.<br /><br />Sample problems from the competition include:<br /><br />1. A sequence involving Basil writing the word "KANGAROO" one letter per day to determine on which day he finishes.<br />2. A calculation of distance covered by a motorcyclist if they maintain the same speed over a given period.<br />3. Determining how many faces six cubes have in total.<br />4. A geometric puzzle about the result of cutting a square piece of paper.<br />5. Challenges involving problem-solving, such as finding the number of a house on Crazytown’s street where certain numbering rules apply.<br /><br />There are also more advanced problems such as rearranging digits, calculating areas, analyzing movements in a grid, and deducing truthful statements from conflicting assertions made by different individuals.<br /><br />This competition encourages young students to engage with mathematics in a challenging yet enjoyable format, stimulating their interest and abilities in the subject.

Keywords

Math Kangaroo 2011

mathematics competition

students

arithmetic

geometric reasoning

problem-solving

logical puzzles

critical thinking

international contest

no calculators