f(x)=MMPC^2

Today, via email from Mr. Arseneau, I found out that I had qualified for part II of Michigan Math Prize Competition (Top 1000 in the State). I was one of the 59 in our school to qualify with a score of 22!

I remember one of my previous posts, in which I explained the whole situation of the "power outage." However, now I'm glad I chose to commit to taking the MMPC and similarly, excited for new opportunities to provide more opportunities for growth in math competitions. Before, I had not taken math competition seriously, merely seeing them as something that I should do and something that took time out of my lunch. Now, I realize the ethical implication of my taking these various math competitions. By taking these math competitions and sacrificing my time, I am must acknowledge that these competitions are not just something to do, but rather, a potential area for growth.

I'm both apprehensive of MMPC part II on Wednesday, simply because my experience last year, in which the questions appeared as absolute gibberish. However, this year, I will do my best, and hope that my best is enough.