McCalla J. TI-84 Plus CE Graphing Calculator For Dummies

Wiley, 2022. — 331 p. — (For Dummies).You and your trusty TI-84+ can ace math, together.Graphing calculators are an essential tool in many high school and college math courses. TI-84 Plus CE Graphing Calculator For Dummies teaches you how to use these handy little machines with confidence, for basic math, and far, far beyond. Packed with insider tips, common mistakes to avoid, and updates on the newest products available, this is the must-have reference to get the most out of your graphing calculator. You’ll learn how to navigate the home screen, menus, and mode settings. And we’ll teach you how to use your calculator to, uh, do the math — starting with basic arithmetic functions and stepping up through matrices, complex numbers, and beyond. You can even learn about probability and how to conduct statistical data analysis with your TI-84+. Get graphing!Grasp the basics of using your TI-84+ graphing calculator. Learn how to use shortcut menus to enter fractions, matrices, and logarithms (with a change of base!)Figure out how to make charts, scatter plots, and moreGet started programming in Python on the new TI-84 Plus CE Python EditionIf you have the older TI-84+, look for tips that point out keystroke and functionality differences.This edition of TI-84 Plus CE Graphing Calculator For Dummies lets you do everything there is to do with the very latest TI-84+ models. Whatever kind of math you’re doing, you’ll get some quality screen time in, thanks to Dummies.About This BookFoolish Assumptions.
Icons Used in This Book.
Beyond the Book.
Where to Go from Here.
Making Friends with the Calculator.
Starting with the Basics.
Why Didn’t I Think of That?
Charging the Battery.
Turning the Calculator On and Off.
Using the Keyboard.
Accessing the functions in blue.
Use the ƒ key to write words.
Using the Í key.
Using the „ key.
Using the arrow keys.
Keys to remember.
What Is the Home Screen?
The Busy Indicator.
Editing Entries.
Copying and Pasting.
Using Menus.
Accessing a menu.
Scrolling a menu.
Selecting menu items.
Setting the Mode.
MathPrint mode versus Classic mode.
Using the Catalog.
Doing Basic Arithmetic.
Entering and Evaluating Expressions.
Using Exponents and Roots.
Working in Scientific Notation.
Getting Familiar with Important Keys.
Following the Order of Operations.
Using the Previous Answer.
Storing Variables.
Combining Expressions.
Dealing with Fractions.
Setting the Mode.
Converting Fractions and Decimals.
Accessing Shortcut Menus.
Entering Fractions and Mixed Numbers.
Entering Complex Numbers in Fractions.
Entering Complex Fractions.
Solving Equations.
Using the Numeric Solver.
Step 1: Enter or edit the equation to be solved.
Step 2: Guess a solution.
Step 3: Solve the equation.
Assigning Values to Variables.
Finding Multiple Solutions.
Making strategic guesses.
Defining the solution bounds.
Using the Solve Function.
Discovering the PlySmlt2 App.
Finding the roots of a polynomial.
Solving systems of equations.
Taking Your Calculator Relationship to the Next Level.
Working with Complex Numbers.
Setting the Mode.
Entering Complex Numbers.
Interpreting Strange-looking Results.
Using the CMPLX menu.
Finding the conjugate of a complex number.
Finding the real and imaginary parts of a complex number.
Finding the polar angle of a complex number.
Finding the magnitude (modulus) of a complex number.
Displaying a complex result in polar or rectangular form.
Understanding the Math Menu and Submenus.
Getting to Know the Math Menu and Submenus.
Accessing Catalog Help from the Math Menu.
The Math MATH Submenu.
Converting between decimals and fractions.
Cubing and taking cube roots.
Taking the x the root.
Finding the location of maximum and minimum values.
Using numerical differentiation and integration templates.
Using summation and logarithm templates.
The Math NUM Submenu.
Finding the absolute value.
Rounding numbers.
Finding the integer and fractional parts of a value.
Using the greatest-integer function.
Finding minimum and maximum values in a list of numbers.
Finding the least common multiple and greatest common divisor.
Finding the remainder.
The Angle and Test Menus.
The Angle Menu.
Converting degrees to radians.
Converting radians to degrees.
Converting between degrees and DMS.
Entering angles in DMS measure.
Overriding the mode of the angle.
Converting rectangular and polar coordinates.
The Test Menu.
Understanding Boolean logic.
Comparing numbers.
Testing equivalent expressions.
Using Logic Commands.
Using Conditions.
Creating and Editing Matrices.
Entering Matrices.
Storing a Matrix.
Matrix Arithmetic.
Evaluating the Determinant and Other Matrix Operations.
Solving a System of Equations.
A–1 * B method.
Augmenting matrices method.
Part 3 Graphing and Analyzing Functions.
Graphing Functions.
Entering Functions.
Formatting Your Graph.
Graphing Functions.
Turning off Stat Plots (if necessary).
Selecting and deselecting a function.
Adjusting the graph window.
Stopping or pausing your graph.
Adjusting Your Color/Line Settings.
Graphing Families of Functions.
Introducing the Improved Transformation App.
Using Preset Parent Functions.
Quitting the Transformation App.
Graphing Piecewise Functions Using the Template.
Graphing Trig Functions.
Viewing the Function and Graph on the Same Screen.
Exploring Functions.
Tracing a Graph.
Changing the TraceStep.
Moving the Trace cursor to any x-value in the graphing window.
Using Zoom Commands.
Storing and recalling your favorite graphing window.
Displaying Functions in a Table.
Automatically generated table.
User-generated table.
Editing a function in a table.
Clearing a Table.
Viewing the Table and the Graph on the Same Screen.
Evaluating Functions.
Finding the Value of a Function.
Use your graph to find the value of a function.
Use your calculator to find the value of a function.
Composing Functions.
Use your graph to compose functions.
Use your calculator to compose functions.
Finding the Zeros of a Function.
Finding Min and Max.
Finding Points of Intersection.
Finding the Slope of a Curve.
Evaluating a Definite Integral.
Graphing Derivatives to Find Critical Points.
Solving Equations by Graphing.
Drawing the Inverse of a Function.
Drawing the Tangent of a Function.
Graphing Inequalities.
Graphing One-Variable Inequalities.
Starting Inequality Graphing.
Entering Functions and Inequalities.
Entering inequalities in the Y= editor.
Entering inequalities in the X= editor.
Exploring a Graph.
Shading unions and intersections.
Finding the points of intersection.
Other ways to explore a graph.
Storing Data Points.
Clearing the INEQX and INEQY lists.
Viewing stored data.
Quitting Inequality Graphing.
Graphing Parametric Equations.
Changing the Mode.
Selecting the Graph Style.
Entering Parametric Equations.
Setting the Window.
Graphing Parametric Equations.
Using Zoom to Change the Window.
Using Trace to Evaluate a Parametric Equation.
Viewing the Table of a Parametric Graph.
Taking the Derivative of Parametric Equations.
Graphing Polar Equations.
Changing the Mode.
Selecting the Graph Style.
Entering Polar Equations.
Setting the Window.
Graphing Polar Equations.
Using Zoom to Change the Window.
Using Trace to Evaluate a Polar Equation.
Viewing the Table of a Polar Graph.
Taking the Derivative of Polar Equations.
Working with Probability and Statistics.
Probability.
Evaluating Factorials.
Permutations and Combinations.
Using the Binomial Theorem.
Generating Random Numbers.
Generating random integers.
Generating random integers with no repetition.
Generating random decimals.
Seeding the random number generator.
Dealing with Statistical Data.
Entering Data.
Deleting and Editing Data.
Inserting Data Lists.
Using Formulas to Enter Data.
Copying and Recalling Data Lists.
Sorting Data Lists.
Sorting data lists while keeping the rows intact.
Analyzing Statistical Data.
Plotting One-Variable Data.
Constructing a histogram.
Adjusting the class size of a histogram.
Constructing a box plot.
Plotting Two-Variable Data.
Tracing Statistical Data Plots.
Analyzing Statistical Data.
One-variable data analysis.
Two-variable data analysis.
Performing regressions.
Graphing a regression model.
Graphing a residual plot.
Using Manual-Fit.
Using statistics commands on the Home screen.
Doing More with Your Calculator.
Communicating with a PC Using TI Connect CE Software.
Downloading TI Connect.
Installing and Running TI Connect.
Connecting Calculator and PC.
Transferring Files.
Using the Calculator Explorer Workspace to Transfer Files from Calculator to Computer.
Upgrading the OS using a TI CE Bundle file.
Communicating Between Calculators.
Linking Calculators.
Transferring Files.
Using Resend to Multiply Your Efforts.
Fun with Images.
Inserting Photo Images as a Background of a Graph.
Using TI Connect CE Software to Transfer Images.
Using Quick Plot & Fit Equation.
Managing Memory.
Checking Available Memory.
Deleting and Archiving to Preserve Memory.
Resetting the Calculator.
Grouping and Ungrouping Programs.
Garbage Collecting.
The Part of Tens.
Ten Essential Skills.
Copying and Pasting.
Converting a Decimal to a Fraction.
Changing the Mode.
Accessing Hidden Menus.
Entering Imaginary Numbers.
Storing a variable.
Graphing a Function.
Finding the Intersection Point.
Graphing a Scatter Plot.
Performing a Linear Regression.
Ten Common Errors.
Using ¹ Instead of Ì to Indicate That a Number Is Negative.
Indicating the Order of Operations Incorrectly by Using Parentheses.
Improperly Entering the Argument for Menu Functions.
Accidentally Deleting a List.
Entering an Angle in Degrees in Radian Mode.
Graphing Trigonometric Functions in Degree Mode.
Graphing Functions When Stat Plots Are Active.
Inadequately Setting the Display Contrast.
Setting the Window Inappropriately for Graphing.
Accidentally Deactivating a Function.
Ten Common Error Messages.
ARGUMENT.
BAD GUESS.
DIMENSION MISMATCH.
DIVIDE BY ZERO.
INVALID.
INVALID DIMENSION.
NO SIGN OF CHANGE.
SINGULAR MATRIX.
SYNTAX.
WINDOW RANGE.Creating Calculator Programs.
Creating and Saving a Program on the Calculator.
Editing a Program on the Calculator.
Executing a Calculator Program.
Deleting a Program from the Calculator.
Controlling Program Input and Output.
Using Input Commands.
Using the Input command.
Using the Prompt command.
Using Output Commands.
Using a program to write text.
Using the Disp command.
Using the Output command.
Using a Program to Display a Graph.
Changing the Color and Graph Style of a Function.
Changing the Color of Text on a Graph.
Housekeeping Issues.
Controlling Program Flow.
Entering Control Commands in a Program.
Using Decision Commands.
The If command.
The If...Then...End Command.
The If...Then...Else...End Command.
Using Looping Commands.
The While...End command.
The Repeat...End Command.
The For...End Command.
Using Branching Commands.
Using the Goto command.
Creating a menu.
Stopping a Program.
Pausing a Program.
Executing an External Program as a Subroutine.
Introducing Python Programming.
Getting to Know the Workspaces.
Creating a Python program on the calculator.
Running a Python program on the calculator.
Managing a Python Program in your Calculator.
Mastering the Basics of Python Programming.
Using Input Commands in a Python Program.
Using decision commands.
Use the Tools menu to save time.Supplemental Images.
EULA.