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by thaumasiotes 3863 days ago
A calculator is necessary for the AP calculus test; calculators are allowed, but not necessary, for the SAT.
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zhte415 3863 days ago
Genuine question: It is nearly 20 years since I was in post-secondary education:

Why would calculators be needed for a calculus test?

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thaumasiotes 3863 days ago
To calculate certain definite integrals that you wouldn't expect a person to do by hand.
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