Here you analyze data and solve complex problems. Also it allows you to interpret graphs, charts, and tables effectively, facilitating better understanding and communication of quantitative information.

Preliminary Round:

• Online tests are administered in each country.
• Questions are designed to assess mathematical knowledge, problem-solving skills, and critical thinking.
• Topics may include arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and basic calculus depending on the grade level.
• Number of questions: TBD, typically 25-30 questions
• Format: Online all answer choice and/or classic questions
• Technical: Shuffle questions
• Duration: To be determined by XCEL, typically 60-90 minutes.
• Medals: Gold, Silver, and Bronze awarded based on percentile ranking.

Final Round:

• On-site competition held in the USA.
• Number questions: TBD, typically 25-30 questions
• Format: Paper-based answer choice questions or/and Challenges maybe?
• Technical: Shuffle paper-based/or just standard all the same questions.
• Live mathematical challenges, problem-solving tasks, and group activities.
• Finalists compete in various rounds covering advanced mathematical concepts.
• Judged by a panel of experts in mathematics education.
• Medals, certificates, and cash prizes are awarded to top performers.

Math Category by Grade Levels with Aligned Topics:

Grade Levels:

• Grade 1-2
• Grade 3-4
• Grade 5-6
• Grade 7-8
• Grade 9-10
• Grade 11-12

Preliminary Round:

• Each grade level participates in a preliminary round designed to assess their mathematical skills based on internationally recognized standards.
• Questions and problems are crafted to cover topics relevant to the respective grade level's curriculum and international standards.
• Participants are evaluated on their understanding and application of mathematical concepts within their grade range.

Global Finals:

• Top performers from each grade level advance to the global finals held in the USA, where they face more challenging and comprehensive mathematical problems.
• The finals assess participants' abilities to apply mathematical principles to solve complex problems, aligned with international standards.
• Participants compete within their respective grade categories for medals and recognition.

Aligned Topics by Grade Levels:

• Grade 1-4:
• Place value
• Fractions and decimals
• Basic operations (multiplication, division)
• Geometry (perimeter, area)
• Data and graphs
• Basic algebraic concepts
• Grade 5-6:
• Operations with fractions and decimals
• Ratios and proportions
• Geometry (angles, triangles, quadrilaterals)
• Integers and number theory
• Algebraic expressions and equations
• Statistics and probability basics
• Grade 7-8:
• Algebra (linear equations, inequalities)
• Geometry (circles, transformations, volume)
• Ratios, rates, and proportions
• Data analysis and probability
• Exponents and scientific notation
• Grade 9-10:
• Algebra II (quadratic equations, functions)
• Geometry (trigonometry, congruence, similarity)
• Advanced statistics and probability
• Exponential and logarithmic functions
• Introduction to calculus concepts
• Grade 11-12:
• Precalculus topics (polynomials, rational functions)
• Advanced calculus (differential and integral calculus)
• Advanced topics in geometry and trigonometry
• Probability and statistics (advanced topics)
• Matrices and vectors

Scoring and Evaluation:

• Scoring criteria are based on the accuracy, depth, and clarity of participants' solutions to math problems, in alignment with international standards.
• Performance is assessed relative to the complexity and difficulty of mathematical concepts covered within each grade level.