Problem of the Month

We will continue our Problem-of-the-Month series in the fall semester. Have a nice summer!

• Any method, analytical or numerical, can be used, including but not limited to algebra, geometry, calculus, differential equations, linear algebra, probability, statistics, computer simulations, experiment, etc.
• All solutions need to include detailed reasoning and explanations.
• Partial solutions are welcome!
• A well-documented failed approach with a clear explanation of why the method does not work will be valued as much as a complete solution!

• Send in what you have accomplished to
  https://ucmerced.app.box.com/f/67c702f4d433402ea7fd185a2da88c04
  by Saturday, April 30.

• Any undergraduate students who submitted top and/or creative solutions will be recognized on the Applied Mathematics Department website. They will be entered into a drawing for an Amazon gift card of $50. 
• All undergraduate students who have submitted solutions will be entered into a second drawing for another Amazon gift card of $25.
• On Wednesday, May 4 (4:30-5:30pm, GLCR 135), noteworthy solutions will be presented and the lucky winners will be decided.
• Please contact Prof. Lei, Yue (ylei2@ucmerced.edu) and/or Prof. Changho Kim (ckim103@ucmerced.edu) if you have questions.

problem_of_the_month_flyer_apr_2022.pdf

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