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Empire of the Sum
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The Historical Origin of Counting and Calculation
Counting and calculation have biological origins and are not limited to humans. Animals like parrots, crows, and even insects have been found to count. Human babies also display an innate ability to count, as they are surprised when the number of objects they see changes. This demonstrates that counting is deeply embedded in our biological makeup and is not just a learned skill.
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