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Jordan, James H. – Two-Year College Mathematics Journal, 1977
A method is given for obtaining a fairly accurate table of common logarithms, elementary arithmetic, and linear interpolation. The author recommends the use of a calculator. (Author/MN)
Descriptors: Calculators, College Mathematics, Computation, Higher Education
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Levin, Eugene M. – Two-Year College Mathematics Journal, 1981
Student access to programmable calculators and computer terminals, coupled with a familiarity with baseball, provides opportunities to enhance their understanding of the binomial distribution and other aspects of analysis. (MP)
Descriptors: Baseball, Calculators, Computers, Learning Activities
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Schultz, James E.; Waits, Bert K. – Two-Year College Mathematics Journal, 1979
The calculator is used to solve certain formidable equations, which arise naturally and which may be difficult or impossible to solve by standard methods, by a method of successive approximations. (MP)
Descriptors: Algorithms, Calculators, College Mathematics, Computation
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McCune, E. D.; And Others – Two-Year College Mathematics Journal, 1980
This paper demonstrates how calculators may be used to motivate a concept called infinite composition of functions. Several mathematical topics, such as continued square roots, continued fractions, and infinite products are treated and discussed as special cases. (Author/MK)
Descriptors: Calculators, Calculus, College Mathematics, Higher Education
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Allinger, Glenn D.; And Others – Two-Year College Mathematics Journal, 1980
Included are a detailed example of a calculator demonstration, the general principles to be followed in preparing a calculator demonstration, a list of demonstration topics for a calculus course, and some suggested topics for other courses. (MK)
Descriptors: Calculators, Calculus, College Mathematics, Computation
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Cusick, David – Two-Year College Mathematics Journal, 1983
A method for finding logarithms is outlined. Four-function calculators are used to simplify the computation for those who enjoy experimenting with numbers. (MNS)
Descriptors: Calculators, College Mathematics, Higher Education, Mathematics Instruction
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Muench, Donald L.; Wildenberg, Gerald – Two-Year College Mathematics Journal, 1983
A procedure for helping students to calculate logarithms with any calculator that has a square root function is outlined. (MNS)
Descriptors: Calculators, College Mathematics, Higher Education, Mathematics Instruction
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Cook, Lyle; McWilliam, James – Two-Year College Mathematics Journal, 1983
The problem of finding cube roots when limited to a calculator with only square root capability is discussed. An algorithm is demonstrated and explained which should always produce a good approximation within a few iterations. (MP)
Descriptors: Algorithms, Calculators, College Mathematics, Higher Education
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Bevis, Jean H.; Boal, Jan L. – Two-Year College Mathematics Journal, 1982
Continued fractions and associated sequences are viewed to constitute a rich area of study for mathematics students, by supporting instruction on algebraic and computational skills, mathematical induction, convergence of sequences, and interpretation of function graphs. An iterative method of approximating square roots opens suggestions for…
Descriptors: Calculators, College Mathematics, Fractions, Higher Education
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Waits, Bert K. – Two-Year College Mathematics Journal, 1978
A hand-held calculator is used to explore several easy and interesting mathematical topics involving compound and continuous interest suitable for beginning college students. (MN)
Descriptors: Calculators, College Mathematics, Higher Education, Instructional Materials
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Butts, Thomas – Two-Year College Mathematics Journal, 1981
An unusual alternative starting point for instruction in a beginning calculus course that focuses on Fixed Point Iteration (FPI) is presented. (MP)
Descriptors: Algorithms, Calculators, Calculus, College Mathematics