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Struggling with Math in Competitive Programming Need Recommendations
By Kawser-Ahmmed, history, 3 weeks ago, In English

Hey everyone! I’ve been diving into competitive programming, but I keep hitting a wall with math-related problems. It’s like every time I see a math-heavy question, my mind goes blank!

If anyone here has been through this and figured out how to get better, I’d love some advice. Specifically, I’m looking for:

Essential math topics I should focus on that directly help with competitive programming. Books or tutorials you’ve found super helpful for understanding these concepts. I want to start from the basics and build up my skills gradually. Anything free or easy to access would be amazing too!

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3 weeks ago, # |
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You must learn two things completely

Combinations (I don't have a source for it)

graph (one of the good sources is West's book)

Good luck!

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    thank you.

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    how much coimbanotrics is important , till 1400 i have not see so much question on coimbantorics .

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This book covers most of the important topics you need (including maths).

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