Robert Recorde was born on January 01, 1510 in Wales, is a Mathematician. Discover Robert Recorde net worth, Biography, Age, Height, Family and career updates.
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💰 Net worth
Robert Recorde, the renowned mathematician hailing from Wales, is predicted to have a net worth ranging between $100,000 to $1 million by the year 2024. Recorde's contributions to the field of mathematics have garnered him both accolades and wealth. Renowned for his work in algebra and arithmetic, Recorde's innovative approach to mathematical principles has left an indelible mark on the discipline. With his significant net worth, Recorde's financial success is a testament to his intellectual prowess and enduring influence in the realm of mathematics.
About
Welsh physician, mathematician and author of mathematics textbooks. He is famous for inventing the equals symbol. His books included The Whetstone of Witte which had an introduction to algebra and used his new symbol =.
He was educated at the University of Oxford and the University of Cambridge. He taught mathematics at both universities before moving to London in 1547 to practice medicine.
In 1549, he was appointed comptroller of the Bristol Mint. He published books including The Ground of Artes, which had a section for merchants on using the abacus. He also published a book about geometry, Pathwaie to Knowledge.
His parents were Thomas and Rose Recorde.
He was physician to Edward VI and to Queen Mary, to whom some of his books are dedicated.
