Re: Measurement Conversion Utility

by "Laura Mollett" <lmollett(at)mis.net>

 Date:  Fri, 21 May 1999 08:25:21 -0400
 To:  <hwg-graphics(at)hwg.org>
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>The human brain, using a process known as antithetic (and for some
>algebra), should be quite capable of doing so. Alternately, you've a
>variety of calculators, ranging from desktop mechanical marvels to
>electronic gee-gosh-wows, from which to choose.


Not to take it out on Harold particularly, but this is the 2nd time, in a
very short period, there have been comments on this list that are
condescending towards those who do not find this type of exercise "easy" to
do in their heads. I have a math disability and *my* brain is not "quite
capable of doing so" without a great deal of struggle. Perhaps the people
asking for the tools are in similar situations, possibly not, but could the
list *please* remember that handicaps and talents come in various sizes for
various people. Having a disability does not make one less intelligent, and
the non-accepting attitude portrayed here of other ways to accomplish tasks
is making me very uncomfortable.

Thanks for your understanding,
Laura Mollett

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