Wednesday, August 7, 2013

Using Fractions on a Graphing Calculator

Graphing calculators are often used in advanced math classes and are capable of computing both simple and complex equations, plotting graphs and numerous other functions using variables. The graphing calculator can be programmed to also solve scientific and engineering equations. Users can convert values to fractions, and enter numbers as fractions using the appropriate program keys of the calculator.

Instructions:

-> Enter a Number as a Fraction:
    1. Press the "(" key.
    2. Enter the numerator of the fraction.
    3. Press the "/" key.
    4. Enter the denominator of the fraction.
    5. Press the ")" key. The fraction is displayed -- for example (3/5).
   
-> Display an Answer as a Fraction
    1. Enter the number you wish to convert to a fraction.
    2. Press the "MATH" button to display the Math menu.
    3. Select the "Frac" command and press "Enter." The value converted to a fraction is displayed.

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