{"id":4138,"date":"2023-11-23T13:08:06","date_gmt":"2023-11-23T13:08:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mrsphysics.co.uk\/n5\/?p=4138"},"modified":"2025-11-26T19:15:24","modified_gmt":"2025-11-26T19:15:24","slug":"get-the-most-from-your-friendly-calculator","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mrsphysics.co.uk\/index.php\/2023\/11\/23\/get-the-most-from-your-friendly-calculator\/","title":{"rendered":"Get the most from your friendly calculator"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This helpsheet is on the front page in the general resources but I forgot, so I&#8217;ll repost it here so that those who are looking for it get a double chance. ENJOY<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your calculator can go in to all Physics exams unless it is one that isn&#8217;t allowed. Here are the two most common calculators and how to set them up. Learning these tips will give you the edge in the exam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you have the newest incarnation of the casio calculator I&#8217;m afraid it is the worst calculator they&#8217;ve produced in a long time, and I really hope they will try to revive the last square button calculator. If you&#8217;re able to get your hands on one, without nicking one from school, do. If you can&#8217;t I&#8217;ve added the crib sheet at the bottom. 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