Calculator Function Approximation.

Schelin, Charles W.

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ERIC Number: EJ280047

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Publication Date: 1983-May

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Calculator Function Approximation.

Schelin, Charles W.

American Mathematical Monthly, v90 n5 p317-25 May 1983

The general algorithm used in most hand calculators to approximate elementary functions is discussed. Comments on tabular function values and on computer function evaluation are given first; then the CORDIC (Coordinate Rotation Digital Computer) scheme is described. (MNS)

Descriptors: Algorithms, Calculators, College Mathematics, Functions (Mathematics), Higher Education, History, Mathematics Instruction

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Guides - Classroom - Teacher

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Language: English

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