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A math modeling question is born from an everyday situation: How does the amount of sag in the rope depend on the rope’s length?


| Math Modeling
Have you ever wondered how mathematics can help solve crimes? Biology meets mathematics...
COMAP’s 2024 Mathematical Contest in Modeling (MCM) and Interdisciplinary Contest in Mo...
Here are a collection of strategies for adapting mathematical modeling lessons to ensur...
| Math Modeling, Fun with Math
Have you ever considered all of the ways you can explore math outdoors? Let's look at c...
| Math Modeling
So, exactly what is mathematical modeling? In this post, we will explore the definition...
April is not just about blooming flowers and warmer weather; it's also Mathematics and ...
| Math Modeling
This blog post features a math modeling module that explores three main voting models s...
| Math Curriculum, Fun with Math
Have you ever heard of a math trail? If you love math and walking, this is the perfect ...
| Math Modeling
Are you dreaming of launching a small business, or are you looking to optimize your exi...
| Math Curriculum, Fun with Math
The Ham Sandwich Theorem isn't about sandwiches, per se. It's actually a principle in g...
| Math Curriculum
So, what is applied math? Applied mathematics is the bridge between mathematical theory...
| Math Contests
We have successfully concluded the 2023 High School Mathematical Contest in Modeling (H...
| Math Curriculum, Math Modeling
This blog post delves into diverse math modeling examples showing how modeling can be a...
| Events
COMAP's recap of the Joint Mathematics Meetings (JMM) that took place from January 3-6,...
| Math Modeling, Fun with Math
There's a Christmas lighting math model that's about to turn your holiday decorating wo...
| Math Contests
We previously shared 9 reasons to enter a math contest, and today we’re back with 10 mo...
| Fun with Math
In this blog post, we'll explore a curated list of math-inspired books that delve into ...
| Math Modeling
In this blog post, we'll delve into the profound importance of math modeling in STEM an...
| Math Modeling
Let's explore some exciting careers that rely on applied mathematics, demonstrating how...
| Math Contests, Math Modeling
Math modeling contests can be challenging, but these last-minute math contest tips can ...
| Math Curriculum, Math Modeling
United Airlines will now allow passengers in window seats to board before those in mid...
| Math Contests
Get a behind-the-scenes peek at COMAP math contests from Anne Dougherty, Associate Chai...
| Math Modeling, Fun with Math
In this Math in Pictures blog we turn our attention to some Boston Ivy outside the wind...
| Math Contests
A quick-start guide to help COMAP math contest advisors have a successful and enjoyable...