SASMO (Singapore and Asian Schools Math Olympiad) syllabus

The SASMO (Singapore and Asian Schools Math Olympiad) syllabus covers a wide range of math topics, catering to students from lower to higher grades. SASMO aims to challenge students with advanced mathematical skills and reasoning abilities.

Below, find the details of the SASMO syllabus. It may vary between levels and from year to year.:

Primary Levels (Primary 2 to 6):

Whole numbers, fractions, and decimals

Basic operations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)

Simple algebraic expressions

Measurement (length, area, volume)

Geometry (basic shapes, angles, perimeter, area)

Patterns and sequences

Logical reasoning and problem-solving strategies

Lower Secondary Levels (Secondary 1 and 2):

Integers, fractions, decimals, and percentages

Algebraic manipulation (solving equations, inequalities)

Geometry (properties of shapes, similarity, congruence)

Trigonometry (basic concepts)

Measurement and units

Data analysis (mean, median, mode, range)

Number patterns, sequences, and series

Problem-solving involving multiple mathematical concepts

Upper Secondary Levels (Secondary 3 and 4):

Advanced algebra (quadratic equations, simultaneous equations)

Functions (linear, quadratic, exponential)

Coordinate geometry (graphs of functions, equations of lines)

Trigonometry (identities, equations)

Geometry (circle theorems, properties of polygons)

Statistics and probability

Number theory (divisibility, primes, modular arithmetic)

Combinatorics (counting principles, permutations, combinations)

The SASMO syllabus offers a wide range of mathematical topics for students from primary to secondary education. The problems are carefully crafted to challenge students to think beyond their usual curriculum, requiring both extensive knowledge and creativity to solve.

Participating in SASMO opens up the opportunity to register for the SCO IMO Olympiad, the largest online Olympiad exam worldwide. This exam allows participants to assess their global competitiveness and provides a wide range of practice questions to prepare for free.