Multiple choice general knowledge science & technology

Who invented the stethoscope and when?

  1. Joseph Methew. In 1817

  2. Joseph Methew. In 1816

  3. Rene Theoplhie Laennec. In 1817

  4. Rene Theoplhie Laennec. In 1816
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Explanation

Rene Theophile Hyacinthe Laennec invented the stethoscope in 1816. He was a French physician who created this device to avoid the impropriety of placing his ear directly on women's chests to hear their heartbeats. Joseph Methew is not a historical figure associated with this invention.

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