Students compete, place third in state math competition

Dr. Lalit Kishore, a self-employed consultant and former professor at several world universities said, “Applied mathematics is able to break the abstract image of mathematics by establishing its utility in life, livelihood, professional development, and other areas of study.”

To further their abilities in applied mathematics, a group of students from LRHS competed in the Washington State Math Council (WSMC) state competition on Saturday, April 23, at Central Washington University.

About 50 schools and 600 students competed in March’s regional competition, and about one-third advanced to the st...