Question on: JSS1 Computer Sudies - Historical Development of computers I

Examine the role of tally sticks in ancient civilizations, highlighting their significance in trade, agriculture, and record-keeping. How did the use of notches carved into sticks or bones contribute to the development of early numerical concepts?

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Tally sticks were essential tools in ancient civilizations for tasks such as trade, agriculture, and record-keeping. Notches carved into sticks or bones represented units, facilitating numerical concepts. The sticks, often split for verification, played a crucial role in the early development of counting systems by providing a tangible method for tracking quantities and transactions.