Charles Babbage's Computing Machines

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What was the purpose of the Difference Engine created by Charles Babbage?

  • To perform basic computations (correct)
  • To analyze chemical compounds
  • To generate electricity
  • To transmit telegraph messages

What type of power source did the Difference Engine use?

  • Steam (correct)
  • Electricity
  • Solar
  • Wind

When did Charles Babbage create the Analytical Engine?

  • 1850
  • 1830 (correct)
  • 1820
  • 1800

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