The problems range from the very easy to the extremely difficult. The examination is intended for everyone from the average student at a typical school who enjoys mathematics to the very best student at the most special school. ARML American Regional Mathematics League provides regional and national mathematics competitions composed of outstanding mathematics students. Minnesota fields two teams annually in the competition. Students generally qualify for the state team by participating in Minnesota State High School League math league competitions.
Students join a team and compete at a regional, state and national competition.
South and North Junior High Schools both field mathcounts teams. Math Masters of Minnesota provides competitions in mathematics for thousands of students in fifth and sixth grades. All public and private schools in Minnesota and surrounding areas are invited to participate in the one-day competitions held each spring. About 3200 students participate statewide. The team test portion of the contest, which emphasizes mathematical writing skills and effective group work, sets the Mandelbrot Competition apart as a truly educational contest.