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Expression of IdeasEasyPresenting a person's main achievement

Expression of Ideas practice question

While researching a topic, a student has taken the following notes: - Ada Lovelace (1815–1852) was an English mathematician. - In 1843 she published notes on Charles Babbage's proposed Analytical Engine. - The notes included what is often called the first computer program. - She predicted that such machines could compose music.

The student wants to emphasise Lovelace's main achievement. Which choice most effectively uses relevant information from the notes to accomplish this goal?

  1. A. In 1843 Ada Lovelace published notes on Babbage's Analytical Engine that included what is often called the first computer program.Correct
  2. B. Ada Lovelace was born in 1815.
  3. C. Charles Babbage proposed the Analytical Engine.
  4. D. Lovelace predicted that machines could compose music.

Answer: A. In 1843 Ada Lovelace published notes on Babbage's Analytical Engine that included what is often called the first computer program.

The notes and the first program: her achievement.

Why the other answers are wrong

B. Ada Lovelace was born in 1815.
A date only.
C. Charles Babbage proposed the Analytical Engine.
About Babbage.
D. Lovelace predicted that machines could compose music.
A prediction, not the main achievement.

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