Explain the Achievement of the Difference Engine of Charles Babbage

question 32

Essay

Explain the achievement of the Difference Engine of Charles Babbage, and explain the challenge he confronted in trying to construct the larger model.

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Definitions:

Positive Relationship

A direct correlation between two variables where as one variable increases, the other also increases.

Straight Line

A direct path between two points without any curves or bends.

Positive Linear Relationship

A direct relationship between two variables where an increase in one variable results in an increase in the other variable.

Linear Manner

In a direct and proportional way, where changes in one quantity lead to predictable and constant changes in another.