Math Problem Statement

Using the digits in the current year exactly one time each, can you write a mathematical expression for each digit between 1 and 100? You may use any mathematical symbol or operation of your choosing.

Using the digits in the current year exactly one time each, can you write a mathematical expression for each digit between 1 and 100? You may use any mathematical symbol or operation of your choosing.

Solution

This is the 2025 Challenge puzzle, where we need to use the digits 2, 0, 2, and 5 exactly once to create mathematical expressions for numbers between 1 and 100. Operators such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, exponents, and concatenation are allowed.

I'll start solving this step-by-step and provide answers for the first few numbers. Let me know if you'd like me to continue for more or all numbers.

Solving Examples:

  1. 1 = (5 - 2) - (2 + 0)
  2. 2 = 5 - 2 - 0 - 2
  3. 3 = (5 - 2) + (2 - 0)
  4. 4 = (5 - 2) × 2 ÷ (5 ÷ 5)
  5. 5 = 5 + (2 × 0) + (2 - 2)

Would you like me to continue and list all possible solutions, or focus on certain numbers?


Related Questions:

  1. How do we use factorials or powers in this challenge?
  2. Can concatenation (e.g., 20 or 25) help in finding solutions for specific numbers?
  3. How can parentheses influence the way we interpret operations?
  4. What role does the digit "0" play in simplifying certain expressions?
  5. Can negative numbers or decimals be used to generate solutions?

Tip: Always prioritize simple combinations first (e.g., addition and subtraction) before moving to complex operations like powers or roots!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Arithmetic Operations
Order of Operations
Concatenation
Factorials
Exponents

Formulas

Basic arithmetic: addition (+), subtraction (-), multiplication (*), and division (/)
Order of operations: Parentheses-Exponents-Multiplication/Division-Addition/Subtraction (PEMDAS)

Theorems

Order of Operations
Basic Arithmetic Rules

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-10