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It was invented for its use in banking systems. It started as a counting system and was eventually developed into what we have today.
To carry out long complicated calculations that the human mind might not be able to perform, and as a result, to also save time.
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The calculator was invented because it helps people to add quickly. The calculator can help someone to divide, add, take-away or square root.

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Blaise Pascal invented the Pascaline in 1642, a device used to calculate taxes in France, which was used until 1799.

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