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Expression of IdeasVery hardIntroducing a person and her significance to a general audience

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. - Her notes include what is often called the first computer program. - The Analytical Engine was never built. The student wants to introduce Lovelace to readers who have not heard of her and explain why she is remembered.

Which choice most effectively uses relevant information from the notes to accomplish this goal?

  1. A. Ada Lovelace, an English mathematician, is remembered for her 1843 notes on Babbage's proposed Analytical Engine, which include what is often called the first computer program.Correct
  2. B. The Analytical Engine was never built.
  3. C. Ada Lovelace lived from 1815 to 1852.
  4. D. Lovelace's notes were published in 1843.

Answer: A. Ada Lovelace, an English mathematician, is remembered for her 1843 notes on Babbage's proposed Analytical Engine, which include what is often called the first computer program.

Who, what, why remembered.

Why the other answers are wrong

B. The Analytical Engine was never built.
The machine, not her.
C. Ada Lovelace lived from 1815 to 1852.
Dates only.
D. Lovelace's notes were published in 1843.
A date, no significance.

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