A series of five questions, related to a specific example, outlines the process of applying mathematics to real-life problems. These include needed information, translation, assumptions, solution, and generalizations. (MP)

Basic skills are defined as the method of inquiry or the process of mathematics. The calculator is discussed as being potentially useful in extending process skills. (MP)

A square lattice is used to generate classroom activities, such as counting the number of squares in a lattice of a given size. (MP)

This activity, for grades 7-12, requires students to lay out an arena for training horses. To do this the students compute the sum of metric linear measures, compute the circumference of circles and semi-circles, and use the Pythagorean Theorem. (BB)

The events surrounding the olympiad are discussed, test results are given, and the problems on the test are listed. (MP)

The patterns of the coefficients in the expansion of (x + y +z)n are discussed, and a recursive property is developed as a generalization of the Pascal triangle. (MP)

This article shows how an inexpensive calculator can be used advantageously to determine repeating decimals. Even the decimal representations of numbers, such as one-seventeenth and one-nineteenth, can be easily computed. Many examples are given, and some theoretical discussion is included. (Author/MP)

This discussion of the accomplishments of Buckminster Fuller describes the geodesic dome, the Dymaxion principle and its applications, and the Octet-Truss principle. (MP)

Estimating the weight of large pumpkins before harvest presents an opportunity for applying several diverse mathematical topics. A model that allows an estimation by easy tape measurement is derived. (MP)

Shortcuts to use when performing operations with the calculator are given. Algorithms discussed include reciprocals, powers, parentheses, infinite series, and synthetic division. (MP)

The first part in the serialized version of a book on the use of calculators for problem solving is presented. It contains prefaces for teachers and students and a chapter on getting started which includes topics such as symmetries, operations, powers, and chaining. (MP)

A short set of materials is presented on loops. Three worksheets illustrate loops with paper and pencil, calculator, and computer, respectively. A computer program is given. (MP)

Number patterns obtained by squaring numbers in a sequence are discussed. A BASIC program for use with TRS-80 is given. (MP)

Presented and discussed is a program for a programable calculator that predicts the altitude achieveable by a model rocket. (MP)

An algebra test was constructed within a Piagetian framework. Results of a selection of the test items are given and discussed. (MP)