When were replicas of Whitehead's machine first made?
The 1930s
The 1940s
The 1980s
The 2000s
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The first replicas of Whitehead's machine, a pioneering mechanical computer created by Alfred North Whitehead and Bertrand Russell, emerged during the 1980s. These replicas played a crucial role in reviving interest and understanding of the machine's significance in the history of computing. By recreating Whitehead's original design, researchers and enthusiasts gained valuable insights into the workings and capabilities of this early mechanical marvel.
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