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Half-life exponential problem. Can't get the same answer as example
Hello,
Here is how you enter it.
[+/-]0.693/8x4[2ndF][e^x][=] result is 0.7071588193 or as you wrote 0.7071
some calculators show an error message if you enter the [+/-] (the negative of a number before the number itself).
In that case enter 0.693 then press [+/-]. the calculator should put a small - sign before the 0.
You can try
0.693[+/-][x]4[/]8[2ndF][e^x][=]
Hope it clarifies things.
Solving simultaneous equation with scientific
Hello,
Let us assume you have two simultaneous linear equations :
a_1*x+ b_1*y+c_1=0
a_2*x +b_2*y+c_2=0
where a_1, a_2, b_1, b_2, c_1,c_2 are coefficients (numerical or algebraic).
The problem is to obtain the particular values of the unknowns x and y for which the two equations are both satisfied: If you substitute the particular values of x and y you find in any of the two equations you discover that both equalities are true.
A small system of equations like the one above can be solved by some very simple algorithms (elimination, substitution, combination) which can be carried out by hand.
The solution of large systems of linear equations can be sought by making use of the concepts of matrices (plural of matrix), determinants, and certain rules called Cramer's rules.
Due to its repetitive nature, the algorithm ( a well defined, limited sequence of steps) is suitable for a calculating machine (computer or calculator).
Certain calculators have, embedded in their ROM, a program that solves linear systems of simultaneous equations. Usually you are asked to enter the values of the coefficients a_1, etc. in a set order, then you press ENTER or EXE (Casio) . If a solution exits (not all linear systems have solutions) the calculator displays it.
Hope that satisfies your curiosity.
Factorial of numbers
Look above number 4 there should be 'n!' in yellow color that is the factorial so just type 20 then shift 4, shift is the yellow button in the top left. Hope you find it.
The calculator stucks
remove the battery from it
then reinsert the battery again then try reset button it wit be perfect
Sharp EL531WH Calculator
I had the same problem... all you have to do is reset the calculator:
Type:
2ndF
ALPHA
It'll give you a choice Mem (0) or Reset (1)... press 1
Then it'll say Reset? (0)... press 0
And your calculator should be as good as new!
Exponential form
Hi - You can download the manual from the link underlined in blue below:
EL-531 WYou need to set it to "SCI" i.e. scientific mode to show the exponents:
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How to use the cot function
I don't have a Cot button but Cot x = 1/Tan x so enter
1/Tan 78 = 0.212556 etc if you have a fraction button you can write it that way too:
1 frac button Tan 78 = 0.212556 etc
User's manual
http://www.amazon.com/Sharp-EL-531VB-Calculator/dp/B00005IX7Y
Display issues
It has recently happend to me with my sharp calculator. Experts says that it has no fix and that it would be cheaper to buy a new one.
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