1869 MIT entrance exam featuring basic math questions goes viral, sparking debate on difficulty.

An 1869 entrance exam from MIT has gone viral, with many online users claiming its questions are too easy. The paper, shared on Reddit, features basic algebra, geometry, and arithmetic questions, sparking debate about its difficulty. While some argue it reflects simpler educational standards of the time, MIT, founded in 1861, is now known for its rigorous admissions and a low acceptance rate of 4%.

October 02, 2024
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