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Slide rule on The Wire!

I was amazed to see a slide rule being used in an episode of The Wire. My older brother went to a grammar school and I was envious that he had a slide rule. I went to a secondary modern school and had to do with log tables! I’m no longer jealous of him having…

I was amazed to see a slide rule being used in an episode of The Wire. My older brother went to a grammar school and I was envious that he had a slide rule. I went to a secondary modern school and had to do with log tables! I’m no longer jealous of him having had a slide rule.


However I am jealous that he had a mechanical calculator similar to one of these!

2 responses to “Slide rule on The Wire!”

  1. BossChops Avatar
    BossChops

    I can remember log tables, but wouldn't have a clue what to do with them now!

    Reply
  2. lucyspop Avatar
    lucyspop

    If you really want to know, I know a good maths tutor who can help you…!

    Reply

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