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- 20 Jun 2019
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Which of the following scientific or technological breakthroughs did not occur within the first fifteen years of the 20th century?
Multiple choice question for 20th Century. Select an option, then review the explanation below.
Explanation
Options A, B, and D all happened before 1915: Einstein's theory of relativity was published in the early 1900s, wireless transatlantic communication was achieved in 1901, and the Wright brothers invented the airplane in 1903. However, the internet was created much later, in the late 20th century, making option C the correct choice.
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