Multiple choice general knowledge math & puzzles

To how many digits did Hiroyuki Goto remember ‘pi’ in 1995?

  1. 12,000

  2. 24,000

  3. 42,000

  4. 56,000
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Hiroyuki Goto recited pi to 42,000 digits in 1995, setting a then-world record. This feat took over 9 hours to complete and demonstrated extraordinary memorization ability. The other options (12,000; 24,000; 56,000) are incorrect - 42,000 was his specific verified achievement.

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