Patent history (1889): Identify which invention was first patented by an Australian in 1889. Context: Focus on early electrical/mechanical hand tools and household devices of that era. Choose the correct invention.
General Knowledge
Inventions
Difficulty: Easy
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Answer
Correct Answer: The electric drill
Explanation
Given data
- Year: 1889.
- Nationality: Australian patent holder/inventor.
Concept / ApproachMatch the date and origin to the correct early electrical invention.
ReasoningArthur James Arnot (working in Australia) patented the first electric drill in 1889, predating the widespread household electrics listed in the distractors.
Final AnswerThe electric drill.