Great Muslim Scholars and Scientists
Which of the following best describes Al-Khwarizmi?
- A. A hadith scholar who compiled the collection known as 'Sunan Ibn Majah', one of the six major Sunni hadith collections
- B. A mathematician whose works gave rise to the term 'algebra' and whose name is the root of the word 'algorithm' ✓
- C. A prolific Islamic scholar and theologian known for his extensive writings on theology and jurisprudence
- D. An early biographer who edited and preserved the influential biography (Sirah) of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) originally compiled by Ibn Ishaq
Correct answer
B. A mathematician whose works gave rise to the term 'algebra' and whose name is the root of the word 'algorithm'
Explanation
'Al-Khwarizmi' refers to a mathematician whose works gave rise to the term 'algebra' and whose name is the root of the word 'algorithm'.