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Scientific Mathematics Problem Selection
A selection of interesting mathematics challenges which pave the
way to the applied mathematics of greatest use at university.
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Excel Technique: Lookup Functions
Learn how to use lookup functions to create exciting interactive Excel spreadsheets.
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Mathematical Preparation for the Cambridge Natural Sciences Tripos
This page gives advice on mathematical preparation for students who will be coming to Cambridge University to study Natural Sciences.
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Pizza Portions
7 to 11
My friends and I love pizza. Can you help us share these pizzas
equally?
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Happy Octopus
11 to 14
This investigation is about happy numbers in the World of the Octopus where all numbers are written in base 8 ... Find all the fixed points and cycles for the happy number sequences in base 8.
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Gnomon Dimensions
14 to 16
These gnomons appear to have more than a passing connection with
the Fibonacci sequence. This problem ask you to investigate some of
these connections.
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Speeding Boats
14 to 16
Two boats travel up and down a lake. Can you picture where they will cross if you know how fast each boat is travelling?