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AMC 12

AMC 12 Syllabus

The AMC 12 covers the high school mathematics curriculum, excluding calculus. The questions test problem-solving skills and mathematical ingenuity more than rote memorization.

Core Mathematical Topics

  • Algebra Includes polynomials, inequalities, logarithms, exponents, and complex numbers.
  • Geometry Covers Euclidean geometry, coordinate geometry, and basic trigonometry.
  • Number Theory Focuses on properties of integers, divisibility, modular arithmetic, and Diophantine equations.
  • Combinatorics Involves counting principles, permutations, combinations, and probability.
  • Functions Tests understanding of function properties, compositions, and graphical representations.
  • Sequences and Series Includes arithmetic and geometric progressions and their properties.