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Q: How do you get a negative number on a scientific calculator?
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How do you store and recall a number on a calculator?

if it is a scientific calculator you just have to press replay at the top of the calculator


How do you square root a negative number?

There are no real answers for a square root of a negative number. Try it on a good scientific calculator (some calculators simply square root the positive, ignoring the negative input), and it should come up with a math error.


How do you change a number to scientific notation on a calculator?

On most calculator there's a 'ENG' key


How do you find modulus of number in scientific calculator?

The way you find modulus of a number on a scientific calculator depends on the model of calculator. On the TI-86, you use mod (x,y) or x mod y to find modulus.


A superscript number tells you to multiply the base number by itself that many times?

Yes, that is the basic idea - if the exponent (the number with a superscript) is a positive integer. However, negative and fractional exponents are also defined; you can verify this with any scientific calculator (use a positive number as the base, in this case).Note: In a number such as 103, 10 is the base, 3 is the exponent.Yes, that is the basic idea - if the exponent (the number with a superscript) is a positive integer. However, negative and fractional exponents are also defined; you can verify this with any scientific calculator (use a positive number as the base, in this case).Note: In a number such as 103, 10 is the base, 3 is the exponent.Yes, that is the basic idea - if the exponent (the number with a superscript) is a positive integer. However, negative and fractional exponents are also defined; you can verify this with any scientific calculator (use a positive number as the base, in this case).Note: In a number such as 103, 10 is the base, 3 is the exponent.Yes, that is the basic idea - if the exponent (the number with a superscript) is a positive integer. However, negative and fractional exponents are also defined; you can verify this with any scientific calculator (use a positive number as the base, in this case).Note: In a number such as 103, 10 is the base, 3 is the exponent.


What button on a scientific calculator is used to enter a number in scientific notation?

Depending on the calculator, the button may be labeled "E", "EE", "ENG", or "EXP"


Can a negative number be expressed in scientific notation?

Yes, a negative number can be expressed in scientific notation. In scientific notation, a negative number is indicated by the negative sign (-) placed before the first significant digit. The number is then written in the form of a decimal number between 1 and 10, multiplied by a power of 10. For example, -3.2 x 10^-5 is a negative number expressed in scientific notation.


How big of a number can you enter into your calculator?

It depends on the calculator. A regular calculator cannot handle very much while a scientific calculator can handle larger numbers.


How do you multiply fractions on scientific calculator?

not all scientific calculators are the same. what is the calc's brand and model number? Check with the calculator's manual or if you don't have it look on the manufacturer's website


How do you raise a number to a negative power on a calculator?

There should be a negative button on your calculator, separate from the minus button. Press that button before pressing the buttons for the numbers of the exponent.


Can a Texas instrument graphing calculator also be used as a scientific calculator?

A Texas Instruments graphing calculator can be used as a basic calculator, a scientific calculator and a graphing calculator.


What is the best calculator to get?

A Scientific Calculator