11-18-2002, 06:43 AM
I wasn't allowed to use a calculator in school until I got to freshman year in high school (way back in 1986) and even then it was for limited use. Once I started taking computer classes and pre-calculus, I started using them more.
At work, I do all of my math on my adding machine (a glorified calculator) and at home I use a calculator to balance my checkbook because I like to be exact when it comes to my checkbook.
Most times I do simple math in my head (like when I go shopping, figuring out % discounts on clothes, etc.) but for anything that requires major formulas, I turn to the calculator.
At work, I do all of my math on my adding machine (a glorified calculator) and at home I use a calculator to balance my checkbook because I like to be exact when it comes to my checkbook.
Most times I do simple math in my head (like when I go shopping, figuring out % discounts on clothes, etc.) but for anything that requires major formulas, I turn to the calculator.