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Scientific Calculator
Scientific Calculator
with one-line display
with one-line display
This calculator has the necessities, but is difficult to use for longer expressions with grouping. It can be found for under $10
Scientific Calculator
Scientific Calculator
with two-line display
with two-line display
This calculator allows you to enter full numeric expressions with multiple operators before evaluating, and can be found for $10 to $15.
Scientific Calculator
Scientific Calculator
Multiview
Multiview
This calculator is very versatile and user-friendly, and can be found for $15 to $20.
Graphing Calculator
Graphing Calculator
This calculator does everything the others do, in addition to graphing, tables, and some programming. These generally cost $50 to $100.
The recommended calculator varies by course and by instructor. If you are considering purchasing a calculator for a particular course, it is advised that you consult with your instructor. Some types of calculators may not be allowed on tests.
In most cases, the scientific calculator with two-line display or multiview display, pictured above, is the best value. Both allow you to enter a long expression with multiple operators and see the whole expression before evaluating. The multiview display allows you to enter expressions exactly as they are pictured, without having to add parentheses to clarify order of operations.
Students are not required to own a graphing calculator for any of our courses. Instructors will provide free access to a graphing calculator in some way if it is required for any course work.
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