This means you must learn how to do complex calculations using pencil and paper or better yet in your head. In algebra a quadratic equation from the Latin quadratus for square is any equation that can be rearranged in standard form as ax²bxc0 where x represents an unknown and a b and c represent known numbers where a 0. This is key to solving a logarithm.
Since it actually deals with the CONCEPT of square root I would consider it as essential for students to learn.
By using them you can significantly improve your arithmetic skills and in future you will have advantages for jobs that require mathematics. When numbers are ugly rounding is typically acceptable and encouraged. My sister on the other hand has had a calculator since 3rd grade and she literally cant multiply 67 without a calculator or do a word problem though she does get Bs in high school math. Log x y z.