Who is called the "grand father" of the computer?
Correct answer: B. Charles Babbage
- A. Blaise Pascal
- B. Charles Babbage
- C. Joseph Jacquard
- D. Dr. Herman Hollerith
Explanation
Charles Babbage is called the grandfather or father of the computer because his Analytical Engine introduced important programmable-computing concepts. Pascal, Jacquard, and Hollerith also made major contributions but are not given this title.
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