Robert Recorde

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Robert Recorde

Mathematics

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Measure Theory

#7102

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• Mathematics

Robert Recorde's Degrees

• Doctorate Medicine University of Oxford

Why Is Robert Recorde Influential?

According to Wikipedia, Robert Recorde was a Welsh physician and mathematician. He invented the equals sign and also introduced the pre-existing plus and minus signs to English speakers in 1557. Biography Born around 1510, Robert Recorde was the second and last son of Thomas and Rose Recorde of Tenby, Pembrokeshire, in Wales.

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What Schools Are Affiliated With Robert Recorde?

Robert Recorde is affiliated with the following schools:

• University of Oxford
• University of Cambridge

What Are Robert Recorde's Academic Contributions?

Robert Recorde has made the following academic contributions:

• The Whetstone of Witte