• Display numbers in normal, scientific, or engineering notations
  
  
• Perform basic calculations, deal with angles, and solve equations
  
  
• Create and investigate geometric figures
  
  
• Graph functions, inequalities, or transformations of functions
  
  
• Create stat plots and analyze statistical data
  
  
• Create probability experiments like tossing coins, rolling dice, and so on
  
  
• Save calculator files on your computer
  
  
• Add applications to your calculator so that it can do even more
  
  

TI-84 Plus Graphing Calculator For Dummies was written by C.C. Edwards, author of TI-83 Plus Graphing Calculator For Dummies, who has a Ph.D. in mathematics and teaches on the undergraduate and graduate levels. The book doesnt delve into high math, but it does use appropriate math examples to help you delve into:

• Using the Equation Solver
  
  
• Using GeoMaster and its menu bar to construct lines, segments, rays, vectors, circles, polygons, perpendicular and parallel lines, and more
  
  
• Creating a slide show of transformations of a graph
  
  
• Using the Inequality Graphing application to enter and graph inequalities and solve linear programming problems
  
  

Theres even a handy tear-out cheat sheet to remind you of important keystrokes and special menus, And since youll quickly get comfortable with the built-in applications, theres a list of ten more you can download and install on your calculator so it can do even more! TI-84 Plus Graphing Calculator For Dummies is full of ways to increase the value of your TI84 Plus exponentially.