Three weeks ago Adrian Corscadden posted something that really made me grin:
My university’s math department requires students to use a specific model of calculator on all their exams. This calculator can conveniently be purchased at the university store. I can only conclude that the math department must have gotten into bed with Sharp, and is demanding the use of their calculators to keep the relationship together. Purchasing another calculator, when I already own a plethora of calculators, is both frustrating and a waste.
I have figured out a solution to this dilemma, coming at no cost to the end user. As per the university store policy, items must be in unopened original packaging to be returned. Conveniently, the Sharp EL-510RB is usable through the packaging. So, before each math test, I go the the university store and buy a new calculator. I leave it in the packaging during the test and on my way home I return it for a full refund.
Now THIS is a smart student. Awesome idea, Adrian. Be sure to check out Adrian’s blog, it’s really a gem.
