Geometric analysis of a cube can motivate formulae for factoring algebraic expressions involving sums and differences of cubes. (SD)

Some computations when done on the hand calculator yield results which can be read as words or phrases. (SD)

An alternate method for factoring quadratic equations is presented as being quicker and easier to use than the trial-and-error method. (MP)

A method for converting francs to dollars and dollars to francs is shown to involve the harmonic mean. (MP)

A proof is given that in the purchase price, sales tax followed by discount is the same as discount followed by sales tax. (MP)

This puzzles uses a crossword format with the entries being factors of given polynomials. (MP)

The purpose of this article is to point out some of the problems that arise in the use of calculators to illustrate derivatives, due to rounding or truncation, by the calculator. Several illustrations of numerical differentiation techniques are also given. (Author/MP)

This discussion of the results of the mathematical Olympiad contains the average scores on each of the five problems, the winner of the Olympiad, and the Olympiad problems. (MP)

An algorithm for long division is presented that involves only addition and subtraction. (MP)

Detailed instructions are given for the construction of the rhombic dodecahedron templates. A discussion of symmetries is included as background information. (MP)

The calculator is used to obtain values for use in graphing curves. Three worksheets are included. (MP)

Practical decisions involving fuel economy are shown to require important skills from secondary school algebra and analysis. (MP)

Two graphing activities are supplied for providing practice in plotting points in the rectangular coordinate system. (JT)

A program that is used to assist students in overcoming the deficiencies in basic skills in mathematics without making major changes in existing mathematics programs is described. (JT)