Who Was the Greater Genius? A Complete Comparison
A British poet and playwright, known for the lyrics of "Rule, Britannia!"
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A Scottish inventor, mechanical engineer, and chemist who created the Watt steam engine in 1776
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Take the IQ test →Based on estimated IQ scores, James Thomson (poet, born 1700) (IQ 175) ranks higher than James Watt (IQ 165). However, both made extraordinary contributions.
James Thomson (poet, born 1700) had an estimated IQ of 175 while James Watt had an estimated IQ of 165.
James Thomson (poet, born 1700) is known for: Writing the lyrics for the song "Rule, Britannia!".. James Watt is known for: Watt steam engine .
Yes. Both James Thomson (poet, born 1700) and James Watt are universally regarded as among history's greatest intellects.
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