Who Was the Greater Genius? A Complete Comparison
American columnist, author and lecturer
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An English theoretical physicist, cosmologist, and author
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Based on estimated IQ scores, Marilyn vos Savant (IQ 186) ranks higher than Stephen Hawking (IQ 180). However, both made extraordinary contributions.
Marilyn vos Savant had an estimated IQ of 186 while Stephen Hawking had an estimated IQ of 180.
Marilyn vos Savant is known for: Penning the 'Ask Marilyn' column in Parade magazine and solving the 'Monty Hall Problem' in the process.. Stephen Hawking is known for: Hawking radiation, A Brief History of Time, Penrose–Hawking theorems, Black hole information paradox, Micro black hole, .
Yes. Both Marilyn vos Savant and Stephen Hawking are universally regarded as among history's greatest intellects.