National Gold Medal A-Level Competition Textbook: Grade 8 Mathematics (General Version)

Author: Xiang Zhaoyi
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Features: The "Olympic Subject Competitions for Primary and Secondary Schools" series consists of over 200 varieties, including textbook series, introductory textbooks, practice papers, mock exam papers, intensive textbooks, classic problem-solving series, weekly tests, question compilations, and multi-solution series. This series is compiled by the Editorial Department of Primary and Secondary School Subject Olympiads and is a research outcome of Beijing Step-by-Step Quality Education Research Institute. Since its publication by the Olympic Press, it has stood out uniquely and is deeply loved by teachers, parents, and students. After significant revisions, re-editions, or rewrites, it has been renamed as "Golden Medal Olympiad" and "Golden Medal School" series and is now re-published and distributed by Jinghua Publishing House. On this occasion of the re-publication, sincere thanks are extended to millions of readers across the country.
Primary and Secondary School Subject Olympiads (abbreviated as Subject Olympiads) are one of China's most extensive, widely participated, and influential subject competition activities for primary and secondary school students. Subject Olympiads are derived from the International Mathematical Olympiad (IMO), International Physics Olympiad (IPHO), International Chemistry Olympiad (ICHO), and other internationally influential middle school subject competitions that attract millions of young students every year. The reason for such widespread attention lies in the strong innovation, flexibility, and comprehensiveness of Olympiads, as well as their focus on cultivating students' exploration skills and inspiring their innovative awareness—qualities that are precisely at the core of quality education. This is also the need for future development.
Based on years of in-depth research on this activity both domestically and internationally, as well as a large number of outstanding books in this category, the Editorial Department of Primary and Secondary School Subject Olympiads has invited outstanding educators dedicated to this field from across the country to compile and publish a series of books on mathematics, Chinese, English, physics, chemistry, biology, and information technology—comprising over 200 varieties. In terms of variety, quantity, and quality, our Olympiad books are the most influential among peers both domestically and internationally, and are the most appealing to primary and secondary school teachers and students.
The compilation principles and characteristics of the "Golden Medal Olympiad" and "Golden Medal School" series are as follows:
High: Derived from textbooks but exceeding them. Derived from textbooks means referencing the newest [curriculum standards] of the Ministry of Education; exceeding textbooks means closely aligning with competition syllabi at all levels, ensuring comprehensive alignment in content, question types, and ability requirements, thereby fostering interest, developing intelligence, and enhancing skills.
Accurate: Scientifically precise and well-structured. Each book is designed hierarchically based on subject characteristics, scientifically organized, and follows a progressive principle, providing in-depth yet accessible analysis and detailed problem-solving methods.
Fresh: Features novel and engaging question types. It compiles the essence of recent Olympiad, middle school, and high school exam questions from both China and abroad, representing the highest level of current Olympiad standards and reflecting new concepts in curriculum reform, as well as innovative ideas, methods, and trends in competition question-setting.
Refined: Selects exemplary problems that are challenging yet logical, flexible, and achievable. Emphasizes the ability to generalize from specific examples and apply knowledge across different contexts; focuses on multi-solution, multi-variable, and multi-question approaches; prioritizes training critical thinking skills over rote memorization, making learning an interest and hobby.
Renowned: Gathered by famous teachers and competitions. The Editorial Department of Primary and Secondary School Subject Olympiads has invited distinguished professors from top universities, elite teachers from key secondary schools, senior teachers, subject leaders, and renowned Olympic medal coaches to contribute.
Comprehensive: The series includes the following 12 sets, totaling over 200 varieties:
1. Golden Medal Olympiad Entrance Textbook (ABC Edition): For pre-school and lower grades, including 2 pre-school textbooks and 2 lower-grade textbooks, plus 2 ABC editions. Illustrated with vivid graphics and interactive content, aimed at cultivating interest and intuition in mathematics for young learners, guiding them into the magical world of math.
2. Golden Medal Olympiad Textbook (General Edition): 8 volumes for primary school Chinese and math, and 12 volumes for junior high school math, physics, chemistry, Chinese, and English. Combining the commonalities of the new curriculum standards, traditional textbooks, and Olympiad content, while catering to students with special talents. Each book includes sections on key knowledge points, example analysis, thought processes, typical exercises, and answer hints.
3. Golden Medal Olympiad ABC Edition: 8 volumes for primary school Chinese and math, and 12 volumes for junior high school math, physics, chemistry, Chinese, and English. Provides targeted testing based on the Golden Medal Olympiad Textbook. Each book includes A, B, and C test papers, ranging from easy to difficult, allowing students to choose exercises suited to their level.
4. Golden Medal Olympiad Mock Exam Papers: 4 volumes for primary school math and 12 volumes for junior high school math, physics, chemistry, Chinese, and English. Part of the Golden Medal Olympiad Textbook series, these are comprehensive mock exam papers simulating real competitions.
5. Golden Medal Olympiad Question Compilation: 1 volume for primary school math and 4 volumes for junior high school math, physics, and English. A collection documenting the history of national primary and secondary school competitions over the past five years, recording the achievements of subject education, celebrating the collective wisdom of teachers, and showcasing the talents of students nationwide.
6. Golden Medal Olympiad Hot Topic Question Classification and Solutions: 2 volumes for primary school math and informatics, and 12 volumes for junior high and high school math, physics, chemistry, English, biology, and informatics. This series selects recent hot topic questions from Olympiads, organizes them by chapter and knowledge point, and provides detailed explanations, making it highly convenient for students.
7. Golden Medal Exam Hot Topic Question Full Solutions (tentative title): 12 volumes for junior high and high school math, physics, chemistry, Chinese, English, and biology. This series compiles the past five years' middle school and high school exam papers from over a dozen key education provinces in China, categorizing them by subject and knowledge point with detailed solutions. Each book includes sections on exam knowledge point explanations, hot topic question analysis, summary of patterns, and mock training.
8. Golden Medal Olympiad 100-Victory Textbook (Advanced Edition): 8 volumes for primary school math and Chinese, and 12 volumes for junior high school math, physics, chemistry, Chinese, and English. Based on the content order of the new People's Education Press textbooks, organized by subject and unit. Each book includes sections on key knowledge points and extensions, problem-solving techniques, example analysis, and pre-competition intensive training, suitable for advanced students and pre-competition preparation.
9. Golden Medal Olympiad (Golden Medal School) Classic Problem Solutions: 4 volumes for primary school math and 29 volumes for junior high and high school math, physics, chemistry, Chinese, English, and biology. This series selects typical exercises, middle school and high school exam questions, and difficult problems in order of difficulty based on the content order of People's Education Press textbooks, organized by subject and chapter.
10. Golden Medal Olympiad Weekly Tests: 12 volumes for primary school math, Chinese, and English, 15 volumes for junior high school math, physics, chemistry, Chinese, English, and biology, and 17 volumes for high school math, physics, chemistry, Chinese, English, and biology. These test papers are based on the content order of People's Education Press textbooks and are organized by knowledge point or weekly for testing purposes.
11. Golden Medal Olympiad Classic Problem—Multiple Solutions: 1 volume for primary school math and 4 volumes for junior high and high school math and physics. This series selects multiple-solution problems from recent Olympiad classics, where problems are solved from different perspectives and approaches, offering high technique and engagement.
12. International Golden Medal Olympiad Question Solutions: 5 volumes for math, physics, chemistry, biology, and informatics. This series compiles recent international competition questions by subject and year, providing detailed solutions. Representing the highest level of current Olympiad standards, this series is the epitome of excellence among all Olympiad books.