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At age 19, Pascal invented the first calculating machine.  At age 23, Pascal proved the existence of the [[vacuum]], which made possible barometers, hydraulic devices and hypodermic syringes.   
 
At age 19, Pascal invented the first calculating machine.  At age 23, Pascal proved the existence of the [[vacuum]], which made possible barometers, hydraulic devices and hypodermic syringes.   
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Pascal is credited with developing the mathematical [[Probability|theory of probability]], and he discovered the significance of what is now known as [[Pascal's triangle]].  He also contributed to [[calculus]].
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Pascal is credited with developing the mathematical [[Probability|theory of probability]] (along with Fermat), and he discovered the significance of what is now known as [[Pascal's triangle]].  He also contributed to [[calculus]].
    
At age 31, Pascal developed a deep relationship with [[Christ]].  To help others know Christ, Pascal proposed a "wager" ([[Pascal's wager]]):   
 
At age 31, Pascal developed a deep relationship with [[Christ]].  To help others know Christ, Pascal proposed a "wager" ([[Pascal's wager]]):   
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