Participants may use computers, software packages, libraries, or any other inanimate sources. The MCM packet will provide requirements and suggested procedures. Problems tend to be open-ended and are unlikely to have a unique solution. Attention must be paid to clarity, analysis, and design in attempting a solution. The narrative part of the solution papers must be typed and in English.
Partial solutions are acceptable.
Two copies of each paper must be submitted. In order to assure timely judging, no additional time is provided for translation apart from the contest. The solutions will be recognized as Successful Participants, Honorable Mention, Meritorious, or Outstanding. Advisors and teams will be notified of the results in April, 1997. News releases will be prepared and there will be announcements in college and professional publications.