Re: Graphing calculator advice? TI or HP?


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> Ok guys doing some advance research here
>
> Starting a college algebra class next week and even tho
> I haven't talked to the teacher yet I'm assuming I will
> need a graphing calculator.
>
> I also hope to take more advanced math such as calc and
> geometry in upcoming semesters
>
> Given that info any advice on graphing calculators to
> buy? TI or HP?
>
> I know its too early yet since I haven't talked to the
> teacher.... but I don't even OWN a calculator and
> trying to do /think in advance.
>
> BTW.... I'm 47 yr old. Never went to college after high
> school. Big mistake.
>
> I did however take a lot of math in high school. All
> the way up to calculus back in 1976.
>
> Maybe a little background on me might help with any
> advice
>
> Thanks in advance
>
> John

Unfortunately, if your school is like my son's, you have no choice. You have
to get a TI and belabor the brute inefficiency an frustration of algebraic
entry. RPN is not just a boon to massive number crunching, I find it
pleasantly efficient in work-a-day numbers crunching. It only takes 20
minutes to get used to it, after which you'll want nothing else.

I gave my father one when he was still working, I think a 32C. After years
of using the TIs, he couldn't believe he hadn't bothered with HP sooner.

Scott


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