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Diophantus vs Ptolemy — Quem foi o maior gênio?

Who Was the Greater Genius? A Complete Comparison

Diophantus
IQN/A
Born214
Died0298
OriginAlexandria
Known ForArithmetica
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Ptolemy
IQ175
Born100
Died0170
OriginAlexandria, Egypt, Roman Empire
Known ForAlmagest

About Diophantus

An Alexandrian genius mathematician, who was the author of a series of books called Arithmetica.

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About Ptolemy

2nd-century Greco-Egyptian writer & astronomer who wrote several scientific treatises, three of which were of importance to later Byzantine, Islamic and Western European science.

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The Verdict

Ptolemy tem um QI estimado de 175. O QI de Diophantus não foi estimado com precisão, mas ambos são reconhecidos como mentes extraordinárias.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who had a higher IQ — Diophantus or Ptolemy?

Ptolemy tinha um QI estimado de 175. O QI de Diophantus não foi estimado formalmente.

What is each genius known for?

Diophantus is known for: Arithmetica. Ptolemy is known for: Almagest.

Are both considered geniuses?

Yes. Both Diophantus and Ptolemy are universally regarded as among history's greatest intellects.

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