Who invented the Napier Bones

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Who invented the Napier Bones

  1. John Napier ✓
  2. Samuel Napier
  3. Charles Babbage
  4. Joseph Jacquard
Explanation

John Napier, a Scottish mathematician, invented Napier’s Bones in 1617. They are numbered rods used to multiply and divide numbers.

Charles Babbage is known for the Analytical Engine, and Joseph Jacquard for punched cards on looms.

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