- Is the Casio FX-260 Solar II allowed on the GED test?
- Yes. The FX-260 Solar II is one of the calculators approved for the GED math test. Check your test provider's current rules before exam day.
- Does it need batteries if it has a solar panel?
- It runs on solar power and has a battery for backup in low light. The battery lasts a long time but can be replaced when it runs down.
- How does it compare with the Casio FX-991?
- The FX-991 has a multi-line display, more advanced functions, and equation solving. The FX-260 Solar II is smaller, simpler, and limited to basic scientific work.
- Can it do fractions and trigonometry?
- Yes. It handles fraction entry and conversion, sine, cosine, tangent, logarithms, powers, and roots.
- What comes in the box?
- The calculator, a slide-on hard case, and a printed user guide.
- Is it good for high school algebra?
- It handles most algebra and basic science work. Students who need graphing or equation solving should look at a graphing model instead.
- Where is the Casio FX-260 Solar II FX260SLRS Scientific Calculator cheapest?
- At Quill, for $10.99, 15% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the Casio FX-260 Solar II FX260SLRS Scientific Calculator?
- 4 stores we checked sell it, including Quill, CASIO, Staples, Newegg.