Multiple choice

ABACUS was first used in

  1. India

  2. China

  3. Japan

  4. U.K.
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Explanation

The abacus is an ancient calculating tool that was first used in China around 2400-2300 BCE. It consists of beads that slide on rods and is used for arithmetic calculations. The abacus spread from China to other parts of the world, including Japan, where it continues to be taught in schools. It was not first used in India, Japan, or the U.K.

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