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ERIC Number: EJ389633
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 1989
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Mathemagical Computing: Order of Operations and New Software.
Ecker, Michael W.
Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, v8 n2 p103-05 Win 1988-89
Describes mathematical problems which occur when using the computer as a calculator. Considers errors in BASIC calculation and the order of mathematical operations. Identifies errors in spreadsheet and calculator programs. Comments on sorting programs and provides a source for Mathemagical Black Holes. (MVL)
Descriptors: Calculators, College Mathematics, Computation, Computer Graphics, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Computers, Error Patterns, Instructional Materials, Mathematical Applications, Mathematics Instruction, Programing, Programing Languages, Teaching Methods
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
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Language: English
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