Using the TI-83 Plus/TI-84 Plus

DESCRIPTION The TI-83 Plus and TI-84 Plus series is the de facto standard for graphing calculators used by students in grades 6 through college. With so many features and functions, the TI-83 Plus/TI-84 Plus graphing calculator can be a little intimidating. Using the TI-83 Plus/TI-84 Plus is an easy-to-follow book that starts by giving a hands-on orientation to the calculator so readers will be comfortable with its screens, buttons, and the special vocabulary it uses. Then, it explores key features while tackling problems just like the ones seen in math and sciences classes. TI-83 Plus/TI-84 Plus calculators are permitted on most standardized tests, so the book provides specific guidance for SAT and ACT math. Along the way, easy-to-find reference sidebars offer skills in a nutshell for those times when just a quick reminder is needed. RETAIL SELLING POINTS Gets readers up and running on calculators fast Fun, engaging and approachable examples Hands-on, learn by doing approach AUDIENCE This book is written for students, teachers-anyone who wants to use the TI 83+/84+ series of graphing calculators. No prior experience is needed and it assumes no advanced knowledge of math and science. ABOUT THE TECHNOLOGY The TI-83 Plus and TI-84 Plus series is the de facto standard for graphing calculators used by students in grades 6 through college. These calculators can do everything from basic arithmetic through graphing, pre-calculus, calculus, statistics, and probability, and are even great tools for learning programming.