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Who is considered to have invented the first mechanical device for computing?
Who is considered to have invented the first mechanical device for computing?
The inventors of the abacus are not known, but it is regarded as the first mechanical device for computing.
What is the difference between the top and bottom parts of an abacus?
What is the difference between the top and bottom parts of an abacus?
The top part of an abacus often represents higher place values, while the bottom represents lower place values.
How did the invention of the abacus influence later computing devices?
How did the invention of the abacus influence later computing devices?
The abacus laid the foundation for the development of future mechanical and electronic computing devices.
In which civilizations was the abacus prominently used?
In which civilizations was the abacus prominently used?
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How does one perform addition using an abacus?
How does one perform addition using an abacus?
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