The first contest involved the judges presenting fifty somewhat complex calculation problems, grading the competitors based on their speed and accuracy.
Other than Qing'an Country, Xiliang, Beiyue, and Nanping had always treated arithmetic as a leisure subject without placing particular emphasis on it. However, in recent years, Dong Chu not only established specialized arithmetic courses but also promoted them vigorously. Consequently, the arithmetic abilities of its citizens were notably superior to those of the three countries.
When the judges displayed the problems on large sheets of paper, everyone began their calculations.
Yang Mengchen's eyes were fixed on the problem board, her hand holding a brush as she wrote.
Meanwhile, Hai Tang, who was supposed to assist Yang Mengchen with writing the answers, stood quietly by her side, effectively becoming part of the backdrop.
