Multiple Linear Regression Using a Graphing Calculator Applications in Biochemistry and Physical Chemistry

摘要

The use of computers,spreadsheets,and statistical software in the chemistry curriculum is well established.The ready availability of graphing calculators has been largely ignored.We intend to demonstrate that the graphing calculator can greatly supplement the computer and often eliminates the need for computers and software.In many instances these devices can perform the calculations and manipulation of data that many people assume can only be performed with a desktop computer.The graphing calculator is in fact a handheld computer,more powerful than the most sophisticated computers of 25 years ago.Programs may be written for these devices or downloaded off the Internet,and data collection probes and devices are available to use with these calculators.