Which invention inspired the programming of Babbage's Analytical Engine?
Telegraph
Steam Engine
Jacquard Loom
Sewing Machine
Answer
The programming of Babbage's Analytical Engine was inspired by the Jacquard Loom, which used punched cards to control the weaving of patterns. Babbage borrowed this idea to program his Analytical Engine.
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