Who Was the Greater Genius? A Complete Comparison
A Scottish philosopher and historian, and Bishop of Salisbury who was one of the few close friends in whom King William III confided.
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A Scottish mathematician, physicist, and astronomer best known as the discoverer of logarithms
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Take the IQ test →Based on estimated IQ scores, John Napier (IQ 170) ranks higher than Gilbert Burnet (IQ 165). However, both made extraordinary contributions.
Gilbert Burnet had an estimated IQ of 165 while John Napier had an estimated IQ of 170.
Gilbert Burnet is known for: See full biography. John Napier is known for: Logarithms Napier's bones Decimal notation.
Yes. Both Gilbert Burnet and John Napier are universally regarded as among history's greatest intellects.
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