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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scientific_calculator

Can there be scenario/s that a scientific calculator gives incorrect answers in calculations to the end user?

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Prashant S Akerkar
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3 years ago
Yes. Well, sort of...

For example, divide 2 by 3, you will get:

0.66666666667

Notice the 7 at the end. Technically, the calculator rounded for you, so some students may get confused by that and think that the quotient isn't repeating.
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3 years ago
Thanks.

No, I mean incorrect results.
Example : 64 + 8 = 72. Answer given by calculator is 71.

Is this possible if the calculator electronics hardware or software has become faulty?

Thanks & Regards,
Prashant S Akerkar
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