Who Was the Greater Genius? A Complete Comparison
An Italian polymath was one of the key figures in the foundation of probability and the earliest introducer of the binomial coefficients and the binomial theorem in the Western world.
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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 Gerolamo Cardano (IQ 175). However, both made extraordinary contributions.
Gerolamo Cardano had an estimated IQ of 175 while Walter O'Brien (Obrien) had an estimated IQ of 197.
Gerolamo Cardano is known for: Cardano–Tartaglia formulaFirst systematic use of negative numbers in Europe. Walter O'Brien (Obrien) is known for: Inspiration of the television series Scorpion.
Yes. Both Gerolamo Cardano and Walter O'Brien (Obrien) are universally regarded as among history's greatest intellects.
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