1869 MIT Entrance Exam Goes Viral for Its Simplicity

Social media users are surprised by the basic algebra questions on an 1869 MIT entrance exam, sparking discussions about historical academic standards.

A section of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology entrance exam from 1869 has gone viral, attracting attention for its perceived simplicity.
The exam, shared on Reddit, includes basic algebra questions that many users found surprisingly easy by today's standards.
Commenters noted that while the algebra section seemed straightforward, the full exam also included geometry, arithmetic, English, and calculus sections.
Some Reddit users expressed confidence in their ability to solve the problems, while others acknowledged they might struggle even today.
The viral post has prompted discussions about how college admissions standards have evolved over the past 155 years.