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The discussion centers on the recommended calculators for university physics exams, specifically the Casio FX-82, Hewlett-Packard HP-30, and Texas Instruments TI-30. Participants confirm that graphing calculators are prohibited, emphasizing that any calculator capable of scientific notation, exponentials, logarithms, and trigonometric functions is sufficient. The Texas Instruments TI-34 II is also mentioned favorably, although it is not permitted for use in exams. Overall, the consensus is that the TI-30 is a reliable choice for physics students.

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  • Research the features of the Casio FX-82 for physics applications
  • Compare the Hewlett-Packard HP-30 and Texas Instruments TI-30 functionalities
  • Explore the Texas Instruments TI-34 II for its advanced features
  • Investigate common university policies on calculator usage in exams
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At the university I'm taking my physics bachelor, only these calculators are allowed on exams:

Casio FX-82
Hewlett-Packard HP-30
Texas Instruments TI-30

So which could you recommend?

Btw, aren't these calculators somewhat "archaic"? Also, is it common not being allowed to use graphing calculators/more advanced calculators at university level?

Thanks
 
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I've always been under the impression TI makes nice stuff. Personally, I like my TI-34 II, although I don't know how close it is to the TI-30.
 
any calculator that can do scientific notation, exponentials, logs, and trig will be good enough.
 
We are not allowed to use graphing calculators at all at my university.

Really there's no point anyway.
 
Cscott, I have the TI-30 and TI-34 II, the TI-34 II is wonderful and is good for basic math and trignometry and calculus.Sony, for physics I would use TI-30. It is also good, but very simple. Will you need complicated functions?
 
I guess you didn't notice that cscott's posting is about three and a half years old. :smile:
 

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