How do I find approximations (decimals) when using a ti 36x pro

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around using the TI-36X Pro calculator, specifically focusing on how to convert fractional results to decimal form when applying Newton's Method for finding roots. Participants share their experiences and seek solutions for a more efficient workflow with the calculator.

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  • Technical explanation, Homework-related

Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses frustration with the calculator displaying answers in exact fraction form and seeks a command to convert these to decimals.
  • Another participant provides a link, presumably to a resource or manual, that may assist with the issue.
  • A later reply suggests a method to change the calculator's settings to display results in decimal form permanently by switching from MATHPRINT to CLASSIC mode.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not appear to reach a consensus on a single solution, but multiple suggestions are provided to address the issue of displaying decimal approximations.

Contextual Notes

The discussion does not clarify whether the suggested methods are universally applicable or if there are limitations based on specific calculator settings or versions.

Who May Find This Useful

Users of the TI-36X Pro calculator, particularly those engaged in mathematical computations involving roots and approximations.

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Hey guys. I bought my ti 36x pro recently and I am loving it. The problem I am having. I am doing Newton ' Method to solve roots and when I get an answer it appears in exact fraction form. It is kind of annoying I need to work with 2 calculators to instead of 1.


What is the command on the ti 36x pro to convert fractions to decimals? Thanks.
 
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Thanks a lot. I was getting frustrated.
 
This is a really late response, but i had the same problem and it can be set permanently to display pi as "3.141592..." for example.
If you go to MODE and go to the very bottom, put it to CLASSIC instead of MATHPRINT. Problem solved!
 

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