Multiple choice

Which of the following was invented by John Shepherd-Barron?

  1. Computed Tomography (CT) scan machine

  2. Automated Teller Machine

  3. Artificial insulin

  4. High Definition TV

  5. Washing machine
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B Correct answer
Explanation

: India-born Scot John Shepherd-Barron, inventor of the Automated Teller Machine (ATM), passed away at the age of 84 on May 21, 2010. The first ATM was installed at a London bank in 1967. Reg Varney became the first person to withdraw cash. The first ATM was operated by inserting a special cheque that was matched against a Personal Identification Number.

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