Do high schoolers need graphing calculators?

Answer by  Joe80 (866)

I would recommend getting your son a scientific calculator that can do graphing instead. Also, get a scientific calculator that can also do calculus, physics and trigonometry equations.

Answer by  stork (7)

High school math subjects include: Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, and Calculus. Many components of these math subjects involve graphing complex functions. The use of a graphing calculator is essential to learning the shapes and forms of the complex equations used.

Answer by  rwagner (25)

It varies by high school, but generally, yes. In any case, the school should say whether it is required, but it wouldn't hurt even if it isn't required. A graphing calculator is useful for "seeing" algebra equations in visual form, which can help your son to understand it better.