I think this is a great idea so hear me out XD

If someone has math (any math class at all) only in the first semester, then they could find someone who only has math in the second semester and then the two of them could share one calculator. That's assuming that you already have your own calc (another type, I have a graphing calc) and you only need the standard calc for the tests/exam.

Anyone? D: (Don't want to buy a calc just for tests/exam...seems so pointless especially when my graphing calc pwns lol)

Seems like a lot of work for just saving $15. A lot of other courses need calculator too like Econ, Chem, even Biology courses. And what if you end up needing calculator in upper years?

And it can be a ***** trying to use a calculator that you're not used to lol. Nice try though.

Originally Posted by Desda

I think this is a great idea so hear me out XD

If someone has math (any math class at all) only in the first semester, then they could find someone who only has math in the second semester and then the two of them could share one calculator. That's assuming that you already have your own calc (another type, I have a graphing calc) and you only need the standard calc for the tests/exam.

Anyone? D: (Don't want to buy a calc just for tests/exam...seems so pointless especially when my graphing calc pwns lol)

if you're 'sharing' the calculator, wouldn't you have to pay half the price for it? it wouldn't really be fair to the other person who has to pay full price for the calculator when he/she uses it for the same amount of time no?

Originally Posted by farid

Seems like a lot of work for just saving $15. A lot of other courses need calculator too like Econ, Chem, even Biology courses. And what if you end up needing calculator in upper years?

And it can be a ***** trying to use a calculator that you're not used to lol. Nice try though.

Agreed^

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I don't even know where to begin.

a) I've been using the same calculator since grade 9, it's not like they actually check the exact version of the calculator. If price is the problem, just buy an older one.

b) It's what, 20 dollars? Big whoop... You'll probably use it for the next 4 years.

c) GL HF DD using a calculator you're not used to during an exam.

d) I can go on but forget it. Just buy one. ._.

1. iv used texas graphing calc in high school. minus the fact it graphs the casio one is infinetly better
2. u can use free programs on pc to graph neways
3. just use the casio one

LOL.

Its like $10 at walmart, like under $20 at titles.
Just buy it and save yourself the hassle for your 4 years of university life.

I hate spending money on things I don't need.
I already have a much better calculator and yet I gotta dish out 23 bucks (Titles price before tax) for a calc for exams/tests. So far it seems like I only need it this year. I prefer doing mental where I can anyway. And as far as getting 'used' to a calc, it's not a problem for me. There are a few important keys to know and that's about it. :/ I don't think it has as many things on it as a graphing one...eh

I guess I'll buy one... >_>

I'm sorry, I can't help but think of this whenever I hear someone has a nice graphing calculator.



"TI-84 Silver Edition, know I'm shining dog!"

Originally Posted by Desda

I hate spending money on things I don't need.
I already have a much better calculator and yet I gotta dish out 23 bucks (Titles price before tax) for a calc for exams/tests. So far it seems like I only need it this year. I prefer doing mental where I can anyway. And as far as getting 'used' to a calc, it's not a problem for me. There are a few important keys to know and that's about it. :/ I don't think it has as many things on it as a graphing one...eh

I guess I'll buy one... >_>

You do need one.

If you dont want to spend 23 bucks, be like us engineers in 1st year math and don't use a calculator.

Originally Posted by lawleypop

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I don't even know where to begin.

a) I've been using the same calculator since grade 9, it's not like they actually check the exact version of the calculator. If price is the problem, just buy an older one.

b) It's what, 20 dollars? Big whoop... You'll probably use it for the next 4 years.

c) GL HF DD using a calculator you're not used to during an exam.

d) I can go on but forget it. Just buy one. ._.

You make me laugh everytime you make a post, it's hilarious lmao. "GL HF DD" lol. Just lol.

So far it seems like I only need it this year.

You know all 10 courses you're taking for each of the next three years already?

I prefer doing mental where I can anyway.

Hehe, good luck propagating uncertainties, doing buffer equations in acid base, and calculating concentrations during a bio lab without a calculator :o

You should get used to using the required one anyways.

You don't want to spend extra time on the test trying to figure out how to do all the special functions on the calculator that you've never used. Also you don't want to find out too late that the required calculator doesn't have a function that you thought it did.

When I first read the thread title I thought it was going to be some fancy smancy expensive calculator.

All this over 20 bucks?

Worst.idea.ever.

If ur gan a spend 1000 dollars for books and 7000 tuition , y can't u just buy the most important thing a calculator lol its going to last you years , my cousin was in mac 5 years ago and she bought the casio fx911 and she gave it to me and i still use it until now ....