International Mathematical Olympiad (IMO)

Description: This quiz is designed to test your knowledge of the International Mathematical Olympiad (IMO). The IMO is an annual mathematics competition for high school students from around the world. It is one of the most prestigious mathematics competitions in the world, and it is known for its challenging problems.
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In what year was the first IMO held?

  1. 1959

  2. 1960

  3. 1961

  4. 1962


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The first IMO was held in Romania in 1959.

How many countries participate in the IMO?

  1. Over 100

  2. Over 150

  3. Over 200

  4. Over 250


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Over 100 countries participate in the IMO each year.

What is the format of the IMO?

  1. Two 4-hour exams

  2. Two 3-hour exams

  3. Two 2-hour exams

  4. Two 1-hour exams


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The IMO consists of two 4-hour exams, each with three problems.

What is the scoring system for the IMO?

  1. 0-7 points per problem

  2. 0-8 points per problem

  3. 0-9 points per problem

  4. 0-10 points per problem


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Each problem is worth 0-7 points, for a total of 42 points possible.

What is the prize for winning the IMO?

  1. Gold medal

  2. Silver medal

  3. Bronze medal

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The top 6 contestants receive gold medals, the next 12 receive silver medals, and the next 18 receive bronze medals.

Which country has won the most IMO gold medals?

  1. United States

  2. Russia

  3. China

  4. Romania


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

China has won the most IMO gold medals, with a total of 181.

Which contestant has won the most IMO gold medals?

  1. Grigori Perelman

  2. Terence Tao

  3. Elon Musk

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Grigori Perelman has won the most IMO gold medals, with a total of 6.

What is the youngest contestant to ever win an IMO gold medal?

  1. 12 years old

  2. 13 years old

  3. 14 years old

  4. 15 years old


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The youngest contestant to ever win an IMO gold medal is Terence Tao, who was 13 years old when he won in 1988.

What is the oldest contestant to ever win an IMO gold medal?

  1. 20 years old

  2. 21 years old

  3. 22 years old

  4. 23 years old


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The oldest contestant to ever win an IMO gold medal is Grigori Perelman, who was 23 years old when he won in 1994.

How many times has the IMO been held in the United States?

  1. 0

  2. 1

  3. 2

  4. 3


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The IMO has been held in the United States once, in 1994.

What is the name of the IMO trophy?

  1. The IMO Cup

  2. The IMO Medal

  3. The IMO Plaque

  4. The IMO Shield


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The IMO trophy is called the IMO Cup.

Where is the IMO headquarters located?

  1. London, England

  2. Paris, France

  3. Moscow, Russia

  4. Beijing, China


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The IMO headquarters is located in London, England.

Who is the current president of the IMO?

  1. Grigori Perelman

  2. Terence Tao

  3. Elon Musk

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The current president of the IMO is not listed in the options.

What is the website of the IMO?


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The website of the IMO is www.imo-official.org.

What is the IMO's mission statement?

  1. To promote the study of mathematics among young people

  2. To encourage international cooperation in mathematics education

  3. To provide a challenging and rewarding experience for young mathematicians

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The IMO's mission statement is to promote the study of mathematics among young people, to encourage international cooperation in mathematics education, and to provide a challenging and rewarding experience for young mathematicians.

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