What are the details I need to know about participating in the AMC 8 tournament?

• About: The AMC 8 is a 25-question, 40-minute multiple-choice exam aimed at middle school students to promote problem-solving skills. It is hosted by the Mathematical Association of America (MAA) and sees participation from students across the United States.
• Registration Details: Registration for AMC 8 is open to students in grade 8 or below and under 14.5 years of age on the day of the competition. The fee is $25 per student. Registration can be done through the Random Math website.
• Schedule: The AMC 8 is conducted annually, typically in January. Participants can choose their preferred time slot during the registration process.
• Format: The exam consists of 25 multiple-choice questions to be completed in 40 minutes. Each question is awarded one point, with a total score of 25. The time limit allocates approximately 90 seconds per problem.
• Entry Fee: The entry fee is $25 per student.
• Tournament Rules: There are no prerequisites to participate in this math competition. As this is a competition primarily geared toward middle schoolers, students interested in applying must be from Grade 8 or below and under 14.5 years to be able to take the exam. Students must also be U.S. residents.
• Awards: Awards include certificates for top performers, with special recognition for those scoring in the top 1% and 5-10%​.

To learn more about the test and its format, please visit http://www.maa.org/math-competitions/about-amc