Another multi-program package from Scisoft which allows practice with tessellations, simple algebra, graphs of simple equations, a number line, and, oddly, a simple business simulation.

Unfortunately, the side with the tessellation and number line program refused to load after the business simulation. This, however, was most enjoyable, and deals with the production of Fizbees, and the balancing of production, advertising, sales and capital acquisition. I played it for over an hour, enjoying watching the graphs grow!

The number machine responds to a hidden equation, and by thinking carefully about the number input, you can deduce the equation from three choices given; well presented and interesting. The accompanying program to draw graphs of the same type of equation is by constrast rather sombre, though undoubtedly well done. Whether or not it would tempt the reluctant learner outside the classroom is a moot point.

All the program seen were well error-trapped, though there was the odd grammatical error. In common with the other suites of programs from Scisoft, a save-and-use with Microdrive option would be most welcome. They take ages to load.

Overall, rather a mixed bag.

D.M.