At this time you will also receive the web site address that the ICM problems will be posted on Friday, February 9, 2001. You should go to this web site and check that you have access to it. You may use any inanimate source for solution paper research, the internet, software packages, reference works, handbooks, etc. Be sure to credit all sources used. The competition intends to allow all participants to use all information that is commonly available, but to disqualify any teams that discuss the problems with people in a position to supply them with information reflecting experience or professional expertise.
Partial solutions are acceptable.
There is no passing or failing cut score, nor will numerical scores be assigned. The ICM judges are primarily interested in your approach and methods. Conciseness and organization are extremely important. Key statements should present major ideas and results. Present a clarification or restatement of the problem, as appropriate.