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BECE Basic Science 2024 Objective — Question 104

Question 104 of 120 from the Basic Education Certificate Examination (Junior WAEC) (BECE) Basic Science 2024 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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The first machine that was run by a program is ____.

  • A. Babbage's Difference Engine
  • B. Burroughs' Machine
  • C. Electronic Numerical Integrator and Calculator
  • D. Jacquard's LoomCorrect
  • E. Universal Automatic Computer

Explanation

Jacquard's loom was controlled by punched-card programs.

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