The Abacus Was the World's First Electronic Digital Computer

question 39

True/False

The abacus was the world's first electronic digital computer.

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Joint Chiefs

The Joint Chiefs of Staff is a body of senior uniformed leaders in the United States Department of Defense who advise the President, the Secretary of Defense, the Homeland Security Council, and the National Security Council on military matters.

Military Service Chiefs

The senior leadership of the various branches of the military, responsible for overall management and operational readiness.

National Guard

A reserve military force composed of state National Guard militia members or units under both state and federal control.

State Department

A federal executive department responsible for carrying out U.S. foreign policy and managing diplomatic relations.