Problem-Solving Methods in Combinatorics: An Approach to Olympiad Problems

Soberón Bravo, Pablo

ISBN 10: 3034805969 / ISBN 13: 9783034805964

Published by Birkhauser, 2013

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2013 edition. 183 pages. 9.53x6.50x0.39 inches. In Stock.

Seller Inventory # x-3034805969

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Problem-Solving Methods in Combinatorics: An Approach to Olympiad Problems
• Publisher: Birkhauser
• Publication Date: 2013
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 3034805969
• ISBN 13: 9783034805964
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: Brand New
• Weight: 0.4 kilograms

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Synopsis

Every year there is at least one combinatorics problem in each of the major international mathematical olympiads. These problems can only be solved with a very high level of wit and creativity. This book explains all the problem-solving techniques necessary to tackle these problems, with clear examples from recent contests.  It also includes a large problem section for each topic, including hints and full solutions so that the reader can practice the material covered in the book.​ The material will be useful not only to participants in the olympiads and their coaches but also in university courses on combinatorics.

About the Author

Pablo Soberón (born 1988) is the first Mexican to obtain a gold medal in the International Mathematical Olympiad. After participating in mathematical olympiads, he has also trained Mexican teams for various international mathematical contests. He currently does research in discrete geometry at University College London and enjoys olympiad problem-solving in his free time.