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Zimmermann, Mark – Calculators/Computers Magazine, 1978
Algorithms for generating random numbers are discussed along with disadvantages. A program for a programable calculator is given that overcomes those disadvantages. (MP)
Descriptors: Algorithms, Calculators, Computation, Fractions
Billstein, Rick; Lott, Johnny W. – Calculators/Computers Magazine, 1978
The authors present a teaching module designed to allow students to convert fractions to decimals using any four function calculator, do the prime factorization of the denominator with the calculator, and find patterns formed by the denominators of the fractions that are terminating decimals. (MN)
Descriptors: Calculators, Decimal Fractions, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics
