The guidelines below are for internal WGU assessments.
Permitted Calculators
You may use one basic, scientific, business/financial, or graphing calculator, unless it has a built in computer algebra system (CAS). Some examples of acceptable calculators include: TI-30, TI-34, TI-36, Casio FX300, TI-82, TI-83, TI-83+, TI-84, TI-84+, TI-85, TI-86, and TI-Nspire (non-CAS), TI BA II Plus (NOT the Professional series), HP 10bII, HP 12c, HP 12cPlatinum, Sharp EL-738C, and Casio FC-200V. Calculators with paper tape are allowed if the tape is removed and they are not prohibited for other reasons.
Prohibited Calculators
The following types of calculators are prohibited:
- Calculators that include a computer algebra system (CAS) are not allowed. For example, the TI-89, TI-92, and TI-Nspire CAS, HP 48GII and other model numbers that begin with HP. 40G, HP 49G, or HP 50G are not allowed.
- Computers and PDAs are not allowed.
- Calculators with an electronic writing pad, pen-input device, or QWERTY (typewriter) keyboards are not allowed.
- Calculators that are part of electronic communication devices are not allowed. For example, cell phone calculators are not allowed.
Good luck! :)
-Kim
