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How old was William Oughtred when he died?

  • 76

  • 84

  • 93

  • 65

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William Oughtred lived to the ripe old age of 76, passing away in 1660. He made significant contributions to the field of mathematics, including the invention of the slide rule, and is remembered as a pioneering figure in computational science. Oughtred's legacy continues to inspire modern researchers and mathematicians to this day.
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