{"id":7532,"date":"2024-07-21T08:21:44","date_gmt":"2024-07-21T08:21:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/?p=7532"},"modified":"2024-07-23T06:57:23","modified_gmt":"2024-07-23T06:57:23","slug":"gcse-maths-calculator-revision","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/gcse-maths-calculator-revision\/","title":{"rendered":"GCSE Maths Calculator Revision+ Practice Examples"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_68_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg 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href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/gcse-maths-calculator-revision\/#The_Importance_of_Calculator_Use_in_GCSE_Mathematics\" title=\"The Importance of Calculator Use in GCSE Mathematics\">The Importance of Calculator Use in GCSE Mathematics<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/gcse-maths-calculator-revision\/#Essential_Calculator_Functions_for_GCSE_Preparation\" title=\"Essential Calculator Functions for GCSE Preparation\">Essential Calculator Functions for GCSE Preparation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/gcse-maths-calculator-revision\/#Common_Mistakes_to_Avoid_When_Using_a_Calculator_in_GCSE_Maths\" title=\"Common Mistakes to Avoid When Using a Calculator in GCSE Maths\">Common Mistakes to Avoid When Using a Calculator in GCSE Maths<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 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Board<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/gcse-maths-calculator-revision\/#Consider_the_Functions_Youll_Need\" title=\"Consider the Functions You&#8217;ll Need\">Consider the Functions You&#8217;ll Need<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/gcse-maths-calculator-revision\/#Check_Battery_Life\" title=\"Check Battery Life\">Check Battery Life<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/gcse-maths-calculator-revision\/#Size_and_Portability\" title=\"Size and Portability\">Size and Portability<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/gcse-maths-calculator-revision\/#Brand_Reputation\" title=\"Brand Reputation\">Brand Reputation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/gcse-maths-calculator-revision\/#Know_Calculator_Shortcuts\" title=\"Know Calculator Shortcuts\">Know Calculator Shortcuts<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/gcse-maths-calculator-revision\/#Double-Check\" title=\"Double-Check\">Double-Check<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/gcse-maths-calculator-revision\/#FAQ-_revise_for_maths_GCSE_calculator\" title=\"FAQ- revise for maths GCSE calculator\">FAQ- revise for maths GCSE calculator<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">GCSEs play a significant role in students&#8217; future education and career paths. As a core subject, GCSE maths revision is of great importance. Some GCSE maths questions need a calculator, and solving them with mental maths would be time-consuming. A calculator allows students to <\/span><b>focus on problem-solving and accurately and quickly perform complex calculations.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> This article provides a comprehensive guide on GCSE maths calculator revision, including:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Check your school or exam board for calculator limitations<\/li>\n<li>Consider the functions you&#8217;ll need<\/li>\n<li>Know your calculator&#8217;s shortcuts<\/li>\n<li>Pay attention to the order of mathematical operations<\/li>\n<li>Double-check<\/li>\n<li>Do not rely too much on the calculator<\/li>\n<li>Practice all the required function modes during the revision<\/li>\n<li>Be mindful of input errors<\/li>\n<li>Always check your answers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Importance_of_Calculator_Use_in_GCSE_Mathematics\"><\/span><b>The Importance of Calculator Use in GCSE Mathematics<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">GCSE Maths covers a wide range of topics, including trigonometry and statistics. Using a calculator in these exams is not just a <\/span><b>convenience but a practical necessity<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. It allows students to f<\/span><b>ocus on problem-solving and explore these concepts by handling functions.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> This pragmatic approach can also have a significant psychological impact, helping students approach the exam with a <\/span><b>more relaxed and focused mindset.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Since two of the exam papers of GCSE mathematics are calculator papers, practical calculator skills are essential for exam success.<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"modern-quote full\"><p>What are the best websites for mathematics revision? <a href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/top-5-gcse-maths-revision-websites\/\"><strong>GCSE Maths Revision Websites<\/strong><\/a> has practical answers to help GCSE students stay ahead of revision plans and achieve great results.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Essential_Calculator_Functions_for_GCSE_Preparation\"><\/span><b>Essential Calculator Functions for GCSE Preparation<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This table focuses on functions commonly used in GCSE Maths exams.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<table style=\"border-style: solid; border-color: #0f0f0f;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td colspan=\"3\">\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Essential Calculator Functions for GCSE Maths<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Function<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Description<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Example in GCSE Maths Exam Question<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Basic Arithmetic (+, -, *, \/, %)<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Perform calculations like addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and finding percentages.<\/span><\/td>\n<td>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Finding the area of a rectangle (length x width<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calculating the volume of a cuboid (length x width x height) Converting between units (e.g., centimeters to meters) using multiplication\/division<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Fractions<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Enter and manipulate fractions.<\/span><\/td>\n<td>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Adding or subtracting mixed numbers.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0Multiplying or dividing fractions.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Squares (x\u00b2) and Cubes (x\u00b3)<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Square or cube a number.<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Finding the area of a square (a\u00b2) or the volume of a cube (a\u00b3)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Square Roots (\u221a)<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Find the square root of a number.<\/span><\/td>\n<td>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Solving for the hypotenuse of a right-angled triangle using Pythagoras&#8217; theorem (a\u00b2 + b\u00b2 = c\u00b2)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Percentages (%)<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calculate percentages, find parts of a whole, and express numbers as percentages.<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Finding a percentage increase\/decrease.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0Calculating VAT on a price. Converting between decimals and percentages.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Pi (\u03c0)<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use the constant pi (\u03c0) for calculations involving circles.<\/span><\/td>\n<td>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Finding the circumference or area of a circle (c = 2\u03c0r or A = \u03c0r\u00b2)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Common_Mistakes_to_Avoid_When_Using_a_Calculator_in_GCSE_Maths\"><\/span><b>Common Mistakes to Avoid When Using a Calculator in GCSE Maths<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Besides mathematical skills, <\/span><b>meticulousness <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">is essential for GCSE maths calculator revision and exams. It is common for students to make errors or forget things while using calculators. Below is a list of these errors to be mindful of:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Over-reliance on the calculator: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Practising mental maths and estimation helps develop a strong number sense.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Misunderstanding function modes: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make sure to use the correct mode for the trigonometric functions (sin(30\u00b0), sin(\u03c0\/6)).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>BODMAS and BIDMAS:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> In any mathematical example, division and multiplication must precede addition and subtraction. Also, brackets, parentheses, and orders of powers or roots must precede division and multiplication.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Input errors: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Typos or misplaced decimals can completely change the answer.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Focusing on speed over Accuracy:<\/strong> Although time management is essential during GCSE exams, the ultimate goal is accuracy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-7525 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Beige-Step-by-Step-Social-Media-Post-2.jpg\" alt=\"GCSE Maths Calculator Revision\" width=\"945\" height=\"945\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Beige-Step-by-Step-Social-Media-Post-2.jpg 945w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Beige-Step-by-Step-Social-Media-Post-2-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Beige-Step-by-Step-Social-Media-Post-2-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Beige-Step-by-Step-Social-Media-Post-2-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Beige-Step-by-Step-Social-Media-Post-2-450x450.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 945px) 100vw, 945px\" \/><\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"modern-quote full\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This YouTube video by Mr Mahmud offers <\/span><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=Nn8pBnJ0IaA\">Top 5 GCSE Maths Calculator hacks with exam questions example.\u00a0<\/a><\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Practice_Exercises_and_Resources_for_Improving_Calculator_Skills\"><\/span><b>Practice Exercises and Resources for Improving Calculator Skills<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On most exam boards,<\/span><b> the second and third exam papers of GCSE mathematics are calculator questions.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Practise past papers for effective GCSE maths calculator revision to improve your calculator skills. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mathsgenie.co.uk\/\"><b>Maths Genie<\/b><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbc.co.uk\/bitesize\/subjects\/z38pycw\"><b>BBC Bitesize<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are the best resources for maths revision; these websites offer GCSE maths past papers, mark schemes and lessons, and video tutorials. Also, exam boards ( <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aqa.org.uk\/subjects\/mathematics\/gcse\/mathematics-8300\/assessment-resources\"><b>AQA<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/qualifications.pearson.com\/en\/support\/support-topics\/exams\/past-papers.html?Qualification-Family=GCSE&amp;Qualification-Subject=Mathematics%20(9-1)%20from%202015&amp;Status=Pearson-UK:Status%2FLive&amp;Specification-Code=Pearson-UK:Specification-Code%2Fgcse15-maths&amp;Exam-Series=November-2019\"><b>Edexcel<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ocr.org.uk\/qualifications\/gcse\/mathematics-j560-from-2015\/assessment\/\"><b>OCR<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) offer past papers with calculator sections.<\/span><!--more--><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep in mind <\/span><b>practice <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">makes perfect. <\/span><b>Integrate calculator practices into your regular maths revision plan<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Here are sample GCSE maths practice questions that require calculator use: <\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Mathematics-Paper-2-Foundation-Tier-Questions-AQA.pdf\">Mathematics Paper 2 Foundation Tier Questions AQA<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Mathematics-Paper-2-Foundation-Tier-Mark-Scheme-AQA.pdf\">Mathematics Paper 2 Foundation Tier Mark Scheme AQA<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Mathematics-Paper-2-Higher-Tier-Questions-AQA.pdf\">Mathematics Paper 2 Higher Tier Questions AQA<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Mathematics-Paper-2-Higher-Tier-Mark-Scheme-AQA.pdf\">Mathematics Paper 2 Higher Tier Mark Scheme AQA<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Mathematics-Paper-2-Foundation-Tier-Questions-Edexcel.pdf\">Mathematics Paper 2 Foundation Tier Questions Edexcel<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Mathematics-Paper-2-Foundation-Tier-Mark-Scheme-Edexcel.pdf\">Mathematics Paper 2 Foundation Tier Mark Scheme Edexcel<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Mathematics-Paper-2-Higher-Tier-Questions-Edexcel.pdf\">Mathematics Paper 2 Higher Tier Questions Edexcel<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Mathematics-Paper-2-Higher-Tier-Mark-Scheme-Edexcel.pdf\"><strong>Mathematics Paper 2 Higher Tier Mark Scheme Edexcel<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tips_for_Selecting_and_Using_the_Right_Calculator_for_Exams\"><\/span><b>Tips for Selecting and Using the Right Calculator for Exams<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Choosing the right scientific calculator for GCSE mathematics is crucial for academic success. But what is the best calculator for GCSE maths? Here are helpful tips for selecting a calculator for GCSE maths exam and how to use your calculator effectively:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Check_Your_School_or_Exam_Board\"><\/span>Check Your School or Exam Board<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>GCSE maths exams typically allow scientific calculators with some limitations. Some schools and exam boards have specific requirements regarding the type of calculator allowed. That said, a basic scientific calculator is the minimum you need for GCSE exams. However, a more advanced model, such as the<a href=\"https:\/\/www.casio.com\/intl\/scientific-calculators\/product.FX-991EX\/\"> <b>Casio fx-991EX<\/b><\/a>, is more <b>helpful for solving equations<\/b> during GCSE maths exams.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Improve your Calculator Skills for GCSE Maths with an Online Tutor<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Online tutoring helps students build confidence and necessary skills for academic success. <b>Ostado&#8217;s <\/b>Online Tutors are dedicated to providing <b>practical lesson plans and revision guides <\/b>for students around the UK to achieve the best results. With the help of a<a href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/en\/tutor-list\/online\/secondary\/gcse\/math\"> <b>GCSE maths tutor<\/b><\/a>, students <b>develop practical exam techniques <\/b>and maths skills for higher grades at GCSE exams. All the lessons and practices are tailored to students&#8217; learning styles and the exam board.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Consider_the_Functions_Youll_Need\"><\/span>Consider the Functions You&#8217;ll Need<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Based on past papers, the calculator functions needed for GCSE maths include <b>basic arithmetic operations, percentages, powers and roots, fractions, Pi (\u03c0), brackets, and order of operations. <\/b>Some exam boards also allow calculators to perform Trigonometry and Logarithms functions.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Check_Battery_Life\"><\/span>Check Battery Life<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Check the type of batteries required and the estimated battery life. Ensure you have <b>fresh batteries<\/b> before the exam to avoid any last-minute stress.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Size_and_Portability\"><\/span>Size and Portability<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Choose a size that is comfortable for handling and portability. Strike a <b>balance between compactness and keypad size<\/b> to meet your preferences.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Brand_Reputation\"><\/span>Brand Reputation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Consider calculators from reputable brands with a history of producing reliable devices. <b>Read customer reviews and ratings<\/b> for specific models to gauge performance and durability.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Know_Calculator_Shortcuts\"><\/span>Know Calculator Shortcuts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Generally, calculators have shortcuts for common functions. Knowing these shortcuts can help you <b>save time and energy during GCSE exams.<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Double-Check\"><\/span>Double-Check<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Double-check your entries before hitting equals. Also, <b>be aware of what your calculator can&#8217;t do<\/b>.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"modern-quote full\"><p><b>More Resources:<\/b> Using an effective <a href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/revision-list-for-gcse-maths\/\"><strong>revision list for GCSE maths<\/strong><\/a> can game-changing your preparation process as it streamlines your tasks and practices by scheduling and breaking down the syllabus. Read more on the <b>Revision List for GCSE Maths<\/b><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Using a scientific calculator allows students to focus on problem-solving and save more time during GCSE maths exams. Effective GCSE maths calculator revision will enable students to achieve academic success. When choosing a scientific calculator, it is important to check the exam board&#8217;s requirements and limitations.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<style type=\"text\/css\"><\/style><section id='' class='helpie-faq accordions faq-toggle open-first groupSettings-191__enabled ' data-collection='' data-pagination='0' data-search='0' data-pagination-enabled='0'><h3 class=\"collection-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQ-_revise_for_maths_GCSE_calculator\"><\/span>FAQ- revise for maths GCSE calculator<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><article class=\"accordion \"><div class='helpie-faq-row'><div class='helpie-faq-col helpie-faq-col-12' ><ul><li class=\"accordion__item \"><div class=\"accordion__header \" data-id=\"post-8096\" data-item=\"hfaq-post-8096\" style=\"background:transparent;\" data-tags=\"\"><div class=\"accordion__title\">What to revise for maths GCSE calculator higher?<\/div><\/div><div class=\"accordion__body\" style=\"background:transparent;\">The topics of GCSE calculator maths include:\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Algebra<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Trigonometry<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Percentages<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Geometry<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Speed.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Graphs<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Probability<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Histograms<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Standard form<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Circle theorems<\/li>\r\n<\/ul><\/div><\/li><li class=\"accordion__item \"><div class=\"accordion__header \" data-id=\"post-8097\" data-item=\"hfaq-post-8097\" style=\"background:transparent;\" data-tags=\"\"><div class=\"accordion__title\">What calculators are banned in GCSE?<\/div><\/div><div class=\"accordion__body\" style=\"background:transparent;\">For GCSE exams, every student must bring their own calculator; you can not borrow a calculator from other candidates. 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