Ready Reckoner: What Is It & What Is Its Purpose?

[bbg5000]

Ready Reckoner??

Does anyone know what a ready reckoner is and what its purpose is?? Mathematically speaking. It asks me a question about this on my work sheet, but nowhere in the textbook nor in the booklets, does it state what the hell this thing is.

Thanx

 

[Bob3141592]

Does anyone know what a ready reckoner is and what its purpose is?? Mathematically speaking. It asks me a question about this on my work sheet, but nowhere in the textbook nor in the booklets, does it state what the hell this thing is.

A quick Google search shows that a "ready reckoner" is a general expression or either a calculator or a table. Kind of like those little business cards with tables to show you how much to tip on the back. Or the financial apps that tell you how much your monthly payment will be for each $1,000 borrowed at various interest rates. Those are ready reckoners.

 

[tacman]

A ready reckoner is a type of reference table or tool used for quick and easy calculations. It typically contains pre-calculated values for commonly used equations or formulas. Its purpose is to provide a convenient and efficient way to perform mathematical calculations without having to manually work through each step. This can be especially helpful in situations where time is limited or accuracy is crucial. Ready reckoners can be found in various forms, such as physical tables, charts, or online calculators. They are commonly used in fields such as finance, engineering, and science. So, if you come across a question on your worksheet that mentions a ready reckoner, it is most likely asking you to use this tool to solve a mathematical problem. Hope this helps!