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Review: Math: Fractions Addition & Subtraction Free is a fun learning tool

Math Fractions: Addition & Subtraction is a commendable math-training app on the iPad, because it is colorful and well designed, easy to use, and it provides immediate positive feedback whenever a math problem is completed successfully.

Combining a number of popular gaming conventions, Math Fractions creates an inclusive experience designed to engage children as they learn their fractions. The game starts by asking them to choose an avatar, name that avatar, and even choose clothing for the avatar. The interface takes place inside the avatar's bedroom, and while the menus are often hard to find, it all looks polished. … Read more

Math: Decimals Subtraction Free 1.1 Review

Math is very exact and there is no give or play to it. You solve a problem and get the answer. In order to be instructional and amusing a math-related game must integrate that very same level of accuracy into an interface that is enjoyable to play over and over again. That's what Math: Decimals Subtraction attempts to do, and for the most part, the game succeeds quite well.

Math: Decimals Subtraction starts up much like many games. You enter your name, choose a character, and even select the clothes you want the character to wear. The home screen … Read more

Show your work

One of the drawbacks of many basic calculators is that you can't view each operation in a long equation all at once. CCCalc seeks to remedy this problem by providing users with a view of their work as though it's been written on a piece of graph paper. The program isn't crammed with features, but it is a nice alternative for people who like to view their work as they go.

The program's interface is plain, with a keypad at the bottom and the graph paper-style display on top. The keypad can be turned off if … Read more

Date calculator

Easy Date Converter provides users with an opportunity to take two dates and calculate how many days separate them. While effective, this program's flood of options may make it more intimidating than it actually is.

The program's main screen will certainly overwhelm many users upon first glance with a cluttered collection of fillable fields and radio buttons all representing various aspects of the program's calendar. A trip to Easy Date Converter's online Help file is not out of the question in order to acclimate yourself to all the various options. The program's options are not … Read more

Complex calculator

Mini Calculator appears to be no different than your computer's calculator at first glance. However, this program quickly transforms into a complicated piece of software that will be great for some users, but certainly not appeal to all.

This freeware initially looks no different than the calculator that comes with most computers. With a simple 10-key digit layout, basic arithmetic functions (adding, subtracting, dividing, multiplying) and a small bank of keys focusing on memory, users may think the only thing different is the second separate line for data at the top. However, once the Expand key is clicked, the … Read more