Who Was the Greater Genius? A Complete Comparison
A German mathematician and physicist who made significant contributions to many fields in mathematics and science.
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An Irish businessman & information technologist
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Based on estimated IQ scores, Walter O'Brien (Obrien) (IQ 197) ranks higher than Carl Friedrich Gauss (IQ 190). However, both made extraordinary contributions.
Carl Friedrich Gauss had an estimated IQ of 190 while Walter O'Brien (Obrien) had an estimated IQ of 197.
Carl Friedrich Gauss is known for: Gaussian elimination, also known as "row reduction" or "Gaussian method" <br> Gauss–Jordan elimination <br> Gauss–Seidel. Walter O'Brien (Obrien) is known for: Inspiration of the television series Scorpion.
Yes. Both Carl Friedrich Gauss and Walter O'Brien (Obrien) are universally regarded as among history's greatest intellects.
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