Adding machines are similar to calculators in use. However, adding machines provide more functions when calculating numbers. Adding machines are used by many individuals and businesses; the financial industry is a particularly heavy user of them. Most of these machines include printing tape to record all the numbers calculated. This provides a paper record for double-checking work. Adding machines also have special memory capabilities, so users do not always need to press the function keys when calculating numbers.
Step 1
Load printing tape into the adding machine. Most machines let the user decide whether to use the tape.
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Step 2
Enter numbers into the machine.
Step 3
Press the "+" key to add more numbers to the original figure.
Step 4
Press the "Total" or "*" to compute the final figure.
Step 5
Review the tape to look for any errors in the final total.
Step 6
Press the "Clear" key to erase the figure and add a different set of numbers.
Tip
Ten-key skills--similar to keyboard typing skills--can help users of adding machines quickly and accurately calculate large groups of figures.
Things You'll Need
Adding machine
Printing tapes
Warning
Most adding machines must be plugged into a wall outlet. This makes them less mobile than hand-held calculators.
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