Re: HP Graphing Calculators

[Robert A Cohen <bbq@ESU.EDU>]

On Fri, 8 Sep 2000, Spagna Jr., George wrote:

> I seldom use a calculator any more.  When I do, I have a 15+ year old Sharp
> with algebraic entry.  I dislike intensely the graphing calculators, based
> solely on the experience that most students who come in with an expensive
> calculator know sequences of keystrokes, but no math to speak of.
>
> You're right, that I do most serious (and even casual) stuff on "real"
> computers.

Normally I wouldn't have thought of posting to this thread but I couldn't
help but notice that this post reflects my own experiences - even down to
the 15+ year old Sharp calculator!

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