Solution 34620: Finding the Discriminant of a Quadratic Equation on the TI-83 Plus and TI-84 Plus Family of Graphing Calculators.
... the TI-83 Plus and TI-84 Plus family of graphing calculators? The TI-83 Plus and TI-84 Plus family of graphing calculators do not have the built-in function to find the discriminant. However, the instructions below show how to compute the discriminant by using variables: The discriminant is a ...https://education.ti.com/en/customer-support/knowledge-base/ti-83-84-plus-family/product-usage/34620
Solution 10687: Differences in the TI-30X and TI-30Xa.
... [k] will appear in the screen and then the [=] key will act as a constant. Another minor change is the way in which the permutation and combination functions are input. For nCr or nPr, the user used to enter [n], press x-exchange-y, enter [r], then press nCr or nPr. Now these function work like...https://education.ti.com/en/customer-support/knowledge-base/scientific-elem-calculators/product-usage/10687
Solution 12312: Random Number Generator Feature on the TI-36X Solar.
... TI-36X Solar? The TI-36X Solar does not feature a random number generator. The following models in our current scientific product line feature this function: • TI-30XS MultiView™ • TI-30X IIS/B • TI-34 MultiView™ • TI-36X Pro™ Please see the TI-36X Solar guidebook for additional information. ...https://education.ti.com/en/customer-support/knowledge-base/scientific-elem-calculators/product-usage/12312
Solution 34597: Shortcuts for Working with Menus on the TI-83 Plus and TI-84 Plus Family of Graphing Calculators.
...g list of items, i.e., [CATALOG] or [APPS]; to jump down to a specific portion of the list, press the key that corresponds to the first letter of the function to be used. For example, when in the CATALOG, pressing the [APPS] key will jump the user to the "B" section of the CATALOG. • Use the numb...https://education.ti.com/en/customer-support/knowledge-base/ti-83-84-plus-family/product-usage/34597
Solution 10694: Clearing the Variable E on the TI-36X II.
... TI-36X II? In addition to serving as a memory variable, variable E also stores a seed value to generate a random number when using the probability functions. The seed value changes randomly every time a random number is generated.Since the variable E is classified as a system variable, the va...https://education.ti.com/en/customer-support/knowledge-base/scientific-elem-calculators/product-usage/10694
Solution 10702: Unexpected Results When Sin(Pi) Does Not Return Zero on the TI-68.
...8 not give zero when calculating the sin(pi)? The answer displayed when calculating p radians is an approximation of zero. When solving trigonometric functions, very sophisticated algorithms are used to calculate the most accurate answer possible. With this in mind, plus the fact that it uses a ...https://education.ti.com/en/customer-support/knowledge-base/scientific-elem-calculators/product-usage/10702
Solution 34733: Performing Degrees, Minutes, Seconds (DMS) Conversions on the TI-83 Plus and TI-84 Plus Family of Graphing Calculators.
...MODE] to QUIT and return to the home screen. • Input 15.375. • Press [2nd] [APPS] to access the ANGLE menu, then press the [4] key to select the ►DMS function (convert to degrees, minutes, seconds). • Press [ENTER] to complete the conversion process. Below is an example of how to convert ...https://education.ti.com/en/customer-support/knowledge-base/ti-83-84-plus-family/product-usage/34733
Solution 34841:Troubleshooting the TI-83 Plus and TI-84 Plus Family of Graphing Calculators Requesting a Password.
...lator. The following procedure will delete all the items that are in the RAM of the graphing calculator. This includes all programs, games, pictures, functions, lists, etc. This procedure may also delete all items stored in the FLASH ROM of the graphing calculator. This includes all FLASH apps (p...https://education.ti.com/en/customer-support/knowledge-base/ti-83-84-plus-family/product-usage/34841
Solution 34592: Calculating Logs of Bases Other Than 10 on the TI-84 Plus Family of Graphing Calculators.
... Knowledge Base Search How do I calculate logs of bases other than 10 on the TI-84 Plus family of graphing calculators? The logbase( function can be used to perform log calculations with bases other than 10 on the TI-84 Plus family of graphing calculators. Please Note: The TI-84 ...https://education.ti.com/en/customer-support/knowledge-base/ti-83-84-plus-family/product-usage/34592
Solution 12259: Finding the Hypotenuse and Angles of a Right Triangle on the TI-30X IIS/B Scientific Calculators.
... Knowledge Base Search How can I find the hypotenuse and the angles of a right triangle on the TI-30X II/B? There is no built-in function on the TI-30X IIS/B that allows finding the hypotenuse and the angles of a right triangle. However, this type of problem can be solved us...https://education.ti.com/en/customer-support/knowledge-base/scientific-elem-calculators/product-usage/12259
Solution 34773: Renaming a Program on the TI-83 Plus and TI-84 Plus Family of Graphing Calculators.
... Knowledge Base Search How can I rename a program on the TI-83 Plus and TI-84 Plus family of graphing calculators? There is not a "Rename" function on the TI-83 Plus and TI-84 Plus family of graphing calculators. However, the following procedure allows the user to rename a program on t...https://education.ti.com/en/customer-support/knowledge-base/ti-83-84-plus-family/product-usage/34773
Solution 18669: Adjusting the Contrast on a Texas Instruments' Basic, Elementary, Scientific and Financial Calculator.
... How do I adjust the contrast on a Texas Instruments' Basic, Elementary, Scientific or Financial calculator? Texas Instruments does not have a function that will allow a user to adjust the contrast on a Basic, Elementary, Scientific or Financial calculator. There are 3 scientific calculat...https://education.ti.com/en/customer-support/knowledge-base/scientific-elem-calculators/product-usage/18669
Solution 12160: Storing Formulas in the TI-89 Family, the TI-92 Family, and Voyage™ 200 Graphing Calculators.
...b and c. The calculator will then compute and display the value of a. Users may also consider using the NoteFolio Creator Software and App for added functionality. Please see the TI-89 family, TI-92 family and Voyage 200 guidebooks for additional information. Solution 12160: Storing Formulas in...https://education.ti.com/en/customer-support/knowledge-base/other-graphing/product-usage/12160
Solution 12169: Typing Lower Case and Upper Case Letters on the TI-89 Family, TI-92 Plus, and Voyage™ 200 Graphing Calculators.
...and then the letter key Type a space [ALPHA] [_] (alpha function of the [(-)] key) spacebar Turn on lowercase...https://education.ti.com/en/customer-support/knowledge-base/other-graphing/product-usage/12169
Solution 10333: Sending Apps to the Flash Memory of the CBL 2™.
... Home | Data Collection Knowledge Base Knowledge Base Search Can Apps be sent to the Flash memory the CBL 2? The DataDir program from Vernier Software and Technology allows other programs or a...https://education.ti.com/en/customer-support/knowledge-base/data-collection-accessories/product-usage/10333
Solution 12152: Definition of Mode Settings on the TI-89 Family, TI-92 Plus and Voyage™ 200.
...Voyage 200? Following are explanations of the Mode settings available on the TI-89 Family, TI-92 Plus, and Voyage 200: Graph: Type of graphs to plot: FUNCTION, PARAMETRIC, POLAR, SEQUENCE, 3D or DIFF EQUATIONS. Current Folder: Folder used to store and recall variables. Unless additional folders w...https://education.ti.com/en/customer-support/knowledge-base/other-graphing/product-usage/12152
Mole Activity
This activity is intended to help students gain an understanding of the mole concept. By determining the molar mass of the element at each station, students will be able to identify the element. Students will learn that the molar mass of each element is unique and different, although the number...https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/mole-activity
Investigating of pH and Conductivity during a titration of a diprotic acid
In this investigation sulfuric acid will be added to a solution of Ba(OH)2 using a pH probe and a conductivity probe. From this process the pH of first and second equivalence points will be determined along with mapping the conductivity during the titration process.https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/investigating-of-ph-and-conductivity-during-a-titration-of-a-diprotic-acid
Designing Hot and Cold Packs
Purpose: To calculate the molar enthalpy of dissolving for three ionic solids, and to use this information to design a cold pack. In this experiment you will measure the heat changes which occur from various salts dissolving in water, and then you will use this information to design a hot pack an...https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/designing-hot-and-cold-packs
Vernier - Graphing Your Motion with EasyData™ App and CBR 2™
Students will use a CBR 2™ motion detector to measure distance and velocity. Students prepare graphs of motion and analyze them. They compare and match graphs of distance versus time and velocity versus time.https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/vernier--graphing-your-motion-with-easydata-app-and-cbr-2
Work-Energy Theorem Applied to a Cart Pulled Down a Track
In this activity, students will analyze the relationship between the maximum speed of a cart pulled by a falling mass and the work done by gravity. Students will measure the speed of the cart, calculate the work in each trial, make a graph of speed vs. work, and determine an equation which will ...https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/workenergy-theorem-applied-to-a-cart-pulled-down-a-track
Predictable Patterns with Addition
Students learn to compare numbers. They generate patterns using repeated addends and different starting points.https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/predictable-patterns-with-addition
Silenced Songbirds
Students calculate the probable number of Golden-Cheeked Warblers present in a particular area. Students prepare a marked map, calculate the number of square miles in the marked area, and estimate the number of birds that live in the area.https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/silenced-songbirds
Reforestation
Students learn to solve a real-world environmental problem. They learn how to use the parameters of the final product to work out a reforestation plan.https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/reforestation
Patterns in Counting
Students learn to count in multiples of numbers using concrete objects and a calculator. They also connect number symbols to quantities, and look for patterns in the number symbols.https://education.ti.com/en/activity/detail/patterns-in-counting