Mathematical modeling is a class taught by Ms. Durost. Here, we apply prior knowledge as well as new skills we learn throughout the year to solve challenging problems. We go beyond solving traditional practice problems, applying math to real-world scenarios. Modeling the Future Challenge (MTFC) and High School Mathematical Contest in Modeling (HiMCM) are two math competitions which we partake in, requiring us to solve a real-world-based problem with math. Aside from this, we also participate in the New England Mathematics League (NEML).
This problem-of-the-week assignment involved a geometric challenge, which I worked on with Tanay Mangal, Donya Darawcheh, and Aashriya Das! The problem asks how two wooden beams could be used to cross a moat with the given values. By applying the Pythagorean Theorem and properties of triangles, we calculated the distance of the diagonal crossing. The crossing was mathematically possible even without extra tools.
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This assignment is a project proposal for MFTC, where our team, the 'Myriad of Magnanimous Moderators,' serves the role of an actuary. The proposal outlines a research plan to analyze effects of online gaming on the mental health of minors. By following the actuarial process, we identified potential mental health risks and determined a process to evaluate these risks using mathematical modeling and mitigation strategies based on data.
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