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Wigley, Neil M. – Creative Computing, 1984
Discusses a computer calculus game which follows the path of a parabola in stepwise progression. The educational value of the game is a simple example of nonlinearity, a subject which is just beginning to earn some attention in the mathematical community. The Applesoft program listing is included. (JN)
Descriptors: Calculus, College Mathematics, Computer Software, High Schools
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Freese, Ralph; And Others – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1986
Describes the approach taken and materials used for introducing computer symbolic mathematics to undergraduate calculus students. Explains the features of the muMATH software package and reviews the modifications that were made to the program. Includes an exercise on plotting graphs. (ML)
Descriptors: Calculus, College Mathematics, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Uses in Education
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Ramamurthi, V. S. – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1989
Explains graphing functions when using LOTUS 1-2-3. Provides examples and explains keystroke entries needed to make the graphs. Notes up to six functions can be displayed on the same set of axes. (MVL)
Descriptors: Calculus, Computer Graphics, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education
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Minch, Bradley A. – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1987
Presents an easy-to-use Applesoft BASIC program that graphs rational functions and any asymptotes that the functions might have. Discusses the nature of rational functions, graphing them manually, employing a computer to graph rational functions, and describes how the program works. (TW)
Descriptors: Analytic Geometry, Calculus, College Mathematics, Computer Assisted Instruction