Problem Clarifications
Long-term problems are written to provide just enough guidance to solve the problem without limiting creativity. If a team questions the interpretation of a limitation, or is not sure if an aspect of its solution is allowed or meets the problem’s requirements, it may request a clarification.
Before submitting a clarification request, read and re-read the problem limitations and the Program Guide completely. The Program Guide also outlines the three categories of problem clarifications.
The cutoff date for submitting clarifications is Feb. 15. To submit a clarification or to see any general clarifications that may have been posted, visit the Odyssey of the Mind Problem Clarifications page. Don't forget to check the page regularly — even after the submission deadline — for general clarifications, as teams must follow all clarifications issued during the year. It's a good idea to check for new clarifications before each level of competition: regional, state and world. Clarifications supersede the Program Guide rules and problem limitations.
Before submitting a clarification request, read and re-read the problem limitations and the Program Guide completely. The Program Guide also outlines the three categories of problem clarifications.
The cutoff date for submitting clarifications is Feb. 15. To submit a clarification or to see any general clarifications that may have been posted, visit the Odyssey of the Mind Problem Clarifications page. Don't forget to check the page regularly — even after the submission deadline — for general clarifications, as teams must follow all clarifications issued during the year. It's a good idea to check for new clarifications before each level of competition: regional, state and world. Clarifications supersede the Program Guide rules and problem limitations.