csswa wrote:

> ...
> I should clarify that IB is only dumber than a $5 calculator on
> division. That's the only arithmetic function that is a hassle
> because you then have to explicitly type every value involved. If
> it's multiplication, addition, or subtraction then there is no
> problem at all. ...
> I'm curious why division is a problem but multiplication is okay,
> since both involve decimal manipulation.
> ...

Maybe the reason is: Some standard or guideline says that calculations
should be done this way.


Regards,
Aage J.