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Carl Friedrich Gauss vs Voltaire — 谁是更伟大的天才?

Who Was the Greater Genius? A Complete Comparison

Carl Friedrich Gauss
IQ190
Born1777
Died1855
OriginBrunswick, Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel
Known ForGaussian elimination, also known as "row reduction" or "Gaussian method" <br> Ga
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Voltaire
IQ190
Born1694
Died1778
OriginParis, Kingdom of France
Known ForThe novel Candide

About Carl Friedrich Gauss

A German mathematician and physicist who made significant contributions to many fields in mathematics and science.

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About Voltaire

French writer, historian & philosopher who wrote more than 20,000 letters and 2,000 books and pamphlets.

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The Verdict

Both Carl Friedrich Gauss and Voltaire have an estimated IQ of 190, placing them among history's greatest minds.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who had a higher IQ — Carl Friedrich Gauss or Voltaire?

Carl Friedrich Gauss had an estimated IQ of 190 while Voltaire had an estimated IQ of 190.

What is each genius known for?

Carl Friedrich Gauss is known for: Gaussian elimination, also known as "row reduction" or "Gaussian method" <br> Gauss–Jordan elimination <br> Gauss–Seidel. Voltaire is known for: The novel Candide.

Are both considered geniuses?

Yes. Both Carl Friedrich Gauss and Voltaire are universally regarded as among history's greatest intellects.

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