30 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.
a2.5-ƒb
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.
value2
Calculate 52.
:56b
Compare the results of M52 and (M5)2..
1. Calculate M52.
a56b
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