In the Philippine Regulatory Commission’s (PRC) board exams, accuracy and efficiency are paramount. To aid examinees in their calculations, the use of calculators is permitted under certain guidelines.
What are PRC Allowed Calculators?
PRC-admitted calculators refer to those models and brands sanctioned by the Philippine Regulatory Commission for use during board exams. These calculators are deemed appropriate for their reliability, functionality, and adherence to exam regulations.
Types of Calculators Allowed
Basic Calculators
Basic calculators are permitted for exams that require simple arithmetic operations. These calculators typically feature basic functions such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
Scientific Calculators
Scientific calculators are authorized for exams that involve more complex mathematical calculations. These calculators offer a wider range of functions, including trigonometric, logarithmic, and statistical operations.
I. CASIO STANDARD/DESKTOP/SCIENTIFIC CALCULATORS
| 530 | DS-208H | fx-500A | fx-82SX | J-120TE | MS-10TV | NS-10T |
| 20V | DS-20TV | fx-500ES | fx-82TL | JF-120TV | MS-10V | NS-20T |
| 470LA | DS-2TV | fx-506G | fx-85B | JF-200TV | MS-10VC | NS-310TM |
| D-100V | DS-3V | fx-506M | fx-85ES | JS-10LA | MS-115 | O-40M |
| D-120TE | DS-881 | fx-509D | fx-85ES PLUS | JS-10TV | MS-120TE | SL-100L |
| D-120TV | DW120TV | fx-509G | fx-85MS | JS-110TV | MS-120TV | SL-100VC |
| D-208H | fx-95ES PLUS | fx-520G | fx-85S | JS-120TV | MS-170LA | SL-1000TV |
| D-20L | fx-100D | fx-531GH | fx-85SA | JS-140V | MS-170T | SL-1100 |
| D-20M | fx-100MS | fx-546D | fx-901 | JS-20LA | MS-20TV | SL-200TE |
| D-40L | fx-100S | fx-570AD | fx-911W | JS-20TV | MS-20V | SL-210TE |
| D-60L | fx-100W | fx-570ES | fx-95 | JS-40LA | MS-240T | SL-220TE |
| D-60M | fx-115D | fx-570ES PLUS | fx-95MS | JS-40V | MS-270LA | SL-300LV |
| DF100 | fx-115MS | fx-570MS | fx-991ES | JS-SC | MS-270T | SL-300TV |
| DF120TM | fx-115S | fx-570S | fx-991ES PLUS | JW120TV | MS-310TM | SL-305TE |
| DF120TV | fx-122S | fx-570W | fx-991H | JW200 | MS-350 | SL-315TV |
| DF-240LB | fx-220 | fx-580 | fx-991MS | LC-1000T | MS-373 | SL-320TV |
| DF-320TM | fx-250HC | fx-580D | fx-991N | LC-1000T/TV | MS-470 | SL-320V |
| DJ-120T | fx-260 | fx-65 | fx-991S | LC-160LV | MS-470LA | SL-340VA |
| DJ-220 | fx-300SA | fx-75 | fx-991W | LC-401B | MS-470LB | SL-760LB |
| DJ-240 | fx-300W | fx-82 | fx-992S | LC-401L/LV | MS-5VC | SL-787LT |
| DM-1200T | fx-350D | fx-820MS | fx-992VB | LC-403LD | MS-7T | SL-797LT |
| DM-1200TEV | fx-350ES | fx-824 | HC100 | LC-403LD/TV | MS-808V | SL-910TM |
| DM-1400TV | fx-350ES PLUS | fx-825X | HL-100LB | M-7LB | MS-80TE | SX-100 |
| DM-1600 | fx-350HA | fx-82C | HL-1221 | MJ-100 | MS-80TV | SX-220 |
| DM-1600TV | fx-350MS | fx-82ES | HL-4 | MJ-100T | MS-812TV | SX-300 |
| DN-858A | fx-350TL | fx-82ES PLUS | HL-815L | MJ-120T | MS-8T | SX-300P |
| DS-10TV | fx-350TLG | fx-82LB | HL-820LV | MS-1002 | MS-8TV | SX-320P |
| DS-120TV | fx-350W | fx-82LP | HL-820V | MS-100TE | MW-5V | WD-220T |
| DS-1800S | fx-401 | fx-82MS | HL-821 | MS-100TV | MW-8V | WM-200T |
| DS-1TV | fx-451M | fx-82Super | HS-8LE | MS-10TE | MX8V | WM-220T |
II. CANON STANDARD/DESKTOP/SCIENTIFIC CALCULATORS
| AD-11 | HS-1200 TV | LC-500H B | LS-1200T | LS-12TC | LS-88Hi | TS-120 TL |
| BS-1200TS | HS-1200RS | LC-500H G | LS-120H | LS-12TU | LS-88Hi II | TS-1200TG |
| CC-55 | HS-1200TS | LS-10 DT | LS-120Hi | LS-153TS | LS-88HV B | TS-120TL |
| F-502 | HS-1200TSV | LS-100 TSV | LS-120Hi II | LS-154H | LS-88HV G | TS-120TS |
| F-502G | HS-1210TC | LS-100DT | LS-120L | LS-154TG | LS-88HV Y | TS-121TC |
| F-604 | HS-20 TG | LS-100TC | LS-120RS | LS-22TC | LS-88V | TX-1210 E |
| F-710 | KC-20 | LS-100TS | LS-120TSG | LS-270H | LS-88V II | TX-1210Hi |
| F-715S | KS-1200TS | LS-100TSV | LS-120TU | LS-270V II | LS-QT | TX-1210Hi II |
| F-720 | LC-210 Hi II | LS-101H | LS-120V | LS-330H | MP-120LTS | TX-12H |
| F-720i | LC-210HI | LS-102Z | LS-120V II | LS-355TS | MP-1211LTS | WS-112H |
| F-760S | LC-210Hi B | LS-103TC | LS-120V-B | LS-39H | MP-121DTS | WS-1200TV |
| F-788DX | LC-210Hi G | LS-10DT | LS-120V-G | LS-566H | MP-1411LTS | WS-1210Hi |
| FC-45S | LC-210Hi II G | LS-120 Hi | LS-120V-P | LS-63TG | P1-DTS II | WS-1210Hi II |
| FC-4S | LC-210Hi II GR | LS-120 RS | LS-121TC | LS-82Z | P23-DTS II | WS-1210T |
| HS-1000TG | LC-210Hi II PB | LS-120 TU | LS-122R | LS-83TC | P3420-DL | WS-1410 T |
| HS-1200 T | LC-210Hi Y | LS120 V | LS-123TC | LS-88 L | TS-10TS | WS-1610 T |
III. SHARP STANDARD/DESKTOP/SCIENTIFIC CALCULATORS
| CH-312 | EL-231L | EL-331A | EL-500M | EL-509G | EL-520W | EL-6750 |
| CH-412 | EL-240S | EL-334F | EL-501 (BK) | EL-509R | EL-531GH | EL-6810 |
| CH-612 | EL-242M | EL-337C | EL-501V | EL-509V | EL-531RH | EL-6850 |
| EL=124A | EL-243S | EL-338F | EL-501W | EL-509V/531W | EL-531VH | EL-771C |
| EL-144A | EL-250S | EL-339H | EL-506P | EL-510R | EL-531W | EL-M332 |
| EL-125A | EL-310A | EL-376S | EL-506R | EL-520G | EL-546L | EL-M711G |
| EL-145A | EL-310A-GR | EL-378S | EL-506V | EL-520V | EL-546VA | EL-W211G |
| EL-2125 | EL-327S | EL-379S | EL-506W | EL-520V (BK) | EL-556G | EL-W531 |
| EL-233S | EL-330A | EL-421M | EL-509D | EL-520VA | EL-6053 | – |
IV. HEWLETT-PACKARD STANDARD/DESKTOP/SCIENTIFIC CALCULATORS
| HP 9S | HP30S | HP Office Calc 100 | HP Office Calc 300 | HP Quickcalc Lifestyle |
| HP 10S | HP Smartcalc 300S | HP Office Calc 200 | HP Easycalc 100 | HP Quickcalc Lifestyle |
V. CITIZEN STANDARD/DESKTOP/SCIENTIFIC CALCULATOR
| CT-580 | SDC-84407E | SDC-8610 | SDC-8620A | SLD-7008 | STL-795 | W-11S |
| ET-210 | SDC-8560 | SDC-8610A | SDC-8975 | SLD-742N | TL-780 | – |
VI. AURORA STANDARD/DESKTOP/SCIENTIFIC CALCULATOR
| 2512 | DT210 | DT-394 | HC115 | HC193 | HL-125 | SC-120 |
| DB453B | DT303 | EB-964 | HC133 | HC205 | MS-270LA | SC582 |
| DT120Vplus | DT-393 | HC106 | – | – | – | – |
VII. OLYMPIA STANDARD/DESKTOP/SCIENTIFIC CALCULATOR
| ARCUS 1 | HL-88L | LCD-612ST | SD-100HW | SD-805M | SD-828 |
| HL-110 | LCD-186 | SD-100H | SD-100V | SD-81H | SD-835 |
VIII. OTHER BRANDS
| CEBAR CD402 | TL 30XS | KARCE KC 539 | PORPO YH-106 | TAKSUN TS-217 |
| DAL 506X | KARCE-833 | TEXAS TI 30 | TIME BIRD SJC-122 | TAKSUN TS-128B |
| LIFELONG | KARCE KC 250 | PORPO YH-105 | TAKSUN TS-128 | – |
Graphing Calculators
Graphing calculators are allowed in certain exams that necessitate graph plotting and analysis. These calculators provide advanced features such as graphing capabilities, equation solving, and programmability.
Guidelines for Using Calculators in PRC Board Exams
Examinees must adhere to specific guidelines when using calculators during PRC board exams to ensure fairness and integrity. These guidelines include:
- Approved brands and models: Only calculators from the PRC-approved list are permitted.
- Battery requirements: Calculators must have fresh batteries installed.
- Display and memory restrictions: Calculators with excessive memory or display capabilities beyond the approved limit are prohibited.
Benefits of Using Calculators in Board Exams
The use of calculators in board exams offers several advantages, including:
- Efficiency in calculations: Calculators streamline mathematical processes, saving time and reducing errors.
- Reduction of errors: Automated calculations minimize the risk of human error, ensuring accurate results.
- Time management: Calculators enable examinees to complete calculations swiftly, allowing more time for complex problems.
How to Choose the Right Calculator for PRC Board Exams
When selecting a calculator for PRC board exams, it is essential to consider:
- Exam requirements: Choose a calculator that meets the specifications outlined by the PRC for the specific exam.
- Personal preference: Select a calculator that you are comfortable using and proficient in operating.
- Practice and familiarity: Familiarize yourself with the chosen calculator through practice sessions to enhance efficiency during the exam.
Tips for Maximizing the Use of Calculators in Board Exams
To make the most of your calculator during board exams, follow these tips:
- Practice beforehand: Familiarize yourself with the calculator’s functions and features through practice exercises.
- Familiarize with functions: Understand the various functions of the calculator and how to access them quickly.
- Utilize memory features effectively: Take advantage of memory functions to store intermediate results and save time during calculations.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
When using calculators in board exams, avoid the following mistakes:
- Using unauthorized models: Ensure that the calculator used is included in the PRC-approved list to avoid disqualification.
- Forgetting to bring spare batteries: Always carry spare batteries to prevent interruptions during the exam.
- Relying too heavily on calculators: While calculators are useful tools, avoid over-reliance and maintain proficiency in manual calculations.
Conclusion
PRC allowed calculators play a crucial role in enhancing the efficiency and accuracy of board exam calculations. By adhering to guidelines, selecting the right calculator, and maximizing its use, examinees can improve their performance and increase their chances of success.
FAQs
- Are all calculators allowed in PRC board exams?
- No, only calculators from the PRC-approved list are permitted.
- Can I bring multiple calculators to the exam?
- Examinees are advised to bring one calculator as specified in the exam guidelines.
- What should I do if my calculator malfunctions during the exam?
- Examinees should immediately notify the exam proctor for assistance.
- Are programmable calculators allowed?
- Programmable calculators are permitted as long as they meet the PRC’s specifications and guidelines.
- Can I share my calculator with another examinee during the exam?
- Examinees are prohibited from sharing calculators during the exam to maintain fairness and integrity.