Can you use calculators in college. Im thinking about a business major (maybe accounting). I am pretty good at algebra and complicated kinda stuff, but im really bad at simple math. Im just wondering if you can use calculators on you college tests and in the class.
2007-08-03 04:19:41 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
In many lower level academic math classes, they like for you to do it without a calculator. In the higher level maths, a calculator is essential.
Usually, in the business math classes you will be required to use a calculator and it won't be a simple one. In classes like finance and accounting you will find the calculator (a TI or HP business calculator) are not only essential but that you'll spend time in class learning to use it.
Stats will pretty much require a calculator as well as an application such as minitab.
The trend I'm seeing is using a laptop and spreadsheets for these type classes.
The CFA exam allows a non-programmable (TI BAII+ or HP 12C). The CPA exam allows a 4-function calculator as well as a simple spreadsheet app. built into the testing software.
2007-08-03 06:29:05 · answer #1 · answered by CoachT 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get a Texas Instruments, they are by far the most widely used. I'd say that the TI-83+ is the most popular, but in my experience the TI-89 is the best. It runs on the exact same software as the TI-92, but it doesn't have the full keyboard so its not banned on tests. In my opinion the TI-89 is much easier to use. And since we are all saying what classes we've used our calculaors for: Calculus based physics, Chemistry, and many engineering classes in which the TI-89s matrix operations (exclusive to the TI-89/92 software) have helped me. Once you finish algebra you won't use a calculator in a math class. It depends on your needs. If you don't need precision and exactness in your calculations, non-science majors, then get the cheaper calculator. If you are a science or engineering major then do yourself a favor and get the TI-89. It's well worth the extra money because it will save you time and effort.
2016-03-16 06:04:45 · answer #2 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends on what University you go to, what class and who the professor is. Where I go you are not allowed to use any sort of programmable calculator, coming from a high school where graphing calcs where a part of life it was extremely difficult doing everything by hand. Ive taken calc where a basic calculator is allowed, and then Ive taken chemistry where you are not allowed any calculator, it all just depends.
Your best bet is to look your professors up online and see if the students say anything about being able to use a calculator
www.ratemyprofessors.com
2007-08-03 04:32:52 · answer #3 · answered by Jessie James 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most universities do not allow you to use calculators of any kind while in the classroom. However, I am horrible at math and found it impossible to get through Precalculus (a requirement for a business degree) without one. So I took the course online through my local community college. Calculators were allowed and encouraged on all homework, tests and exams. I passed with an A. Good luck
2007-08-03 04:23:02 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-10-18 01:01:10 · answer #5 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes! Absolutely :) They don't inhibit your use of calculators like many high schools do.
If you're taking a low-level class they may ask that you don't use anything higher than a TI-83 Plus but that's the only restriction you will ever run into.
They allow you to use them on exams, with homework, and for anything else! It's really spectacular!
Good luck!
2007-08-03 04:24:24 · answer #6 · answered by katy 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
A lot of professors don't let you use graphing calculators. However, if your a accounting major, you might want to get a business calculator. It has many differnt functions that would be needed for this type of study/work.
2007-08-03 04:27:45 · answer #7 · answered by Junior 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, I was able to use a calculator for every math class I took, because I am like you, I get algebra, trig, geometry, but I suck at plain math. :) The only time they may not let you, would be for a math entrance exam (which they use to place you in the correct math classes) or one of your professors may say not to use one of specific class tests (as most teachers of any grade do). I wouldn't worry too much about it, you'll be fine.
2007-08-03 04:29:56 · answer #8 · answered by witchie781 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No - in fact, if they find a calculator in your dorm room , you get expelled.....just kidding. The concepts are more important than being able to multiply 459 by 345 in your head, you can use a calculator.
2007-08-03 04:22:46 · answer #9 · answered by Double A 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most of the time, it depends on the teacher. My college math teacher didnt allow it. You might want to brush up on it. But i know who you feel. For some reason subtraction gets a bit confusing at times. Specially when I have to carry a number over and all that.
2007-08-03 04:29:30 · answer #10 · answered by MSC 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋