SOF IMO Class 9 — Syllabus & Sample Questions
Preparing for the SOF IMO in Class 9? This guide covers the Class 9 syllabus scope and two illustrative sample questions with worked explanations, written by Tutors Parliament to help you get started — not official SOF material.
Class 9 IMO Syllabus
Broadly aligned with CBSE, ICSE/ISC and major state board syllabi for Class 9, plus IMO's logical-reasoning and application-based questions.
- Number Systems
- Polynomials
- Coordinate Geometry
- Linear Equations in Two Variables
- Triangles, Areas & Circles
- Heron's Formula, Surface Areas & Volumes
- Statistics
Sample Questions
Two illustrative practice questions written by Tutors Parliament for Class 9 IMO — not official SOF questions. Tap a question to reveal the answer and explanation.
Question 1
If p(x) = x² − 5x + 6, what is p(2)?
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Question 1
If p(x) = x² − 5x + 6, what is p(2)?
- A. −2
- B. 0 ✓
- C. 2
- D. 6
Question 2
Which of the following is an irrational number?
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Question 2
Which of the following is an irrational number?
- A. √16
- B. 3/4
- C. √7 ✓
- D. 0.5
Preparation Strategy for Class 9
- Revise polynomial, geometry and trigonometry basics before attempting Olympiad-level variations
- Practice board-exam-style problems for accuracy first, then add logical-reasoning practice for speed
- Time yourself on objective-type question sets to build exam-day pacing
- Focus extra practice on the topics with the most Olympiad weightage: algebra, geometry and number systems
Frequently Asked Questions
What topics are covered in IMO for Class 9?
Class 9 IMO broadly follows that class's school syllabus for the subject, with added logical-reasoning and application-based questions. See the syllabus list on this page for the specific topics it covers.
Are the sample questions on this page official SOF questions?
No. These are original practice questions written by Tutors Parliament to illustrate the style and difficulty level of Class 9 IMO, not official SOF material. Refer to SOF's own sample papers for official practice content.
How can Tutors Parliament help with Class 9 IMO preparation?
A tutor can identify which topics from the Class 9 syllabus need the most attention and build focused practice around them, rather than generic revision.
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