Who primarily educated Simon Newcomb?
Private tutors
His father
Local school
Self-taught
Answer
His father tutored Simon Newcomb from an early age, providing him with a strong foundation in mathematics and astronomy. Despite financial difficulties, Newcomb's passion for learning and dedication to his studies propelled him to achieve remarkable success in his scientific endeavors.
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