Q:How do I change the number of decimal places the calculator displays?
A:The procedure is described in “Decimal Places” on page 34.
Q:How do I clear all or portions of memory?
A:Cclears the calculator line. @cclears the data lists or variables accessible from the current menu. Erasing the entire contents of memory is covered in “Erasing Continuous Memory” on page 229.
Q:Why am I getting the wrong answer using the TVM menu?
A:Be sure to enter a value for all five TVM variables, even if a value is zero (as FV is for a loan without a balloon). Clearing the variables
before starting (@c ) accomplishes the same thing. Check the appropriate payment mode (mortgages and loans are typically End
mode calculations), and specify the number of payments per year ( ). Also check that all figures for money paid out are negative (the
Q:Can I access the TVM menu functions from the Solver?
A:No, but you can do the same functions by copying the appropriate financial formulas into the Solver. The formulas are given starting on page 168.
Q:Can I access the data stored in my CFLO and SUM lists from the Solver?
A:Yes. See “Accessing CFLO and SUM Lists from the Solver,” page 177.
Q:How do I indicate multiplication in an equation typed into the Solver?
A:Use the multiplication key (*). You cannot use the letter in the ALPHA menu.
Q:What does an “E” in a number (for example, 2.51E－13) mean?
A:Exponent of ten (for example, 2.51 x
Q:The calculator has displayed the message
. What should I do?
A: Assistance, Batteries, Memory, and Service 223
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