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Chapter 2: Math Operations
7302ENG.DOC CH2 Math Operations, English Julie Hewlett Revised: 07/29/98 11:58 AM Printed: 05/19/99 8:58
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Inverse Function Inverse Function - ƒ
Returns the inverse, x -1 , of value, which is the equivalent of the
reciprocal, 1 / x , of a real number, expression, or each element
in a list.
value -1
Important: To ensure that results are displayed as simple
fractions instead of mixed numbers, select
b/c
Display Format
mode.
Calculate 5 / 8 -1 .
:
5
=
8
" - ƒ
b
Calculate M2.5 -1 .
a
2 . 5
- ƒ b
Square Square 6
Finds the square of a real number, an expression, or each
element in a list. Note: Using parentheses with 6 ensures
that you get the correct answer. Refer to Appendix B:
Reference Information for Equation Operating System (EOS)
calculation rules.
value 2
Calculate 5 2 .
:
5
6 b
Compare the results of M5 2 and (M5) 2. .
1. Calculate M5 2 .
a
5
6 b
³
³
³
³