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[Valentin Albillo]

(09-19-2018 04:44 AM)Didier Lachieze Wrote:  A study about the differences between RPN and Algebraic notations: "Electronic calculators: which notation is the better".

It is referenced in PPCJ V7N8p4:

Quote:This five page article is probably the closest "scientific" study available that attempts to determine which is better, AN or RPN. See Applied Ergonomics, March 1980, page2.
The third last paragraph says it all. "In terms of practical choice between calculators, it would appear that RPN is faster and more accurate overall but particularly for more complex problems"

The date of the study says it all, 1980.

Things have changed a lot in 38 years. What was true then isn't necessarily true now and matter of fact RPN is but a relic from the past, completely ignored by everyone except a few die-hard fans like us.

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