PM Justin Trudeau gives reporter quick lesson on quantum computing but he can't count...
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What is quantum computing? It seems Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has
at least some knowledge of the burgeoning technological field.
Before going into politics, Trudeau taught at the elementary and high
school level in Vancouver, studied engineering and started a master’s
degree in environmental geography. On Friday morning in Waterloo, Ont.,
Trudeau reached into that background in dealing with a reporter’s
question about quantum computing.
READ MORE: Trudeau allocates $50M to institute for theoretical physics research
“I
was going to ask you to explain quantum computing but…” the reporter
said before asking a serious question about Canada’s role in defeating
ISIS.
But Trudeau answered the question anyway.
“OK, quite simply, normal computers work by…” Trudeau said before being drowned out by laughter and applause.
at least some knowledge of the burgeoning technological field.
Before going into politics, Trudeau taught at the elementary and high
school level in Vancouver, studied engineering and started a master’s
degree in environmental geography. On Friday morning in Waterloo, Ont.,
Trudeau reached into that background in dealing with a reporter’s
question about quantum computing.
READ MORE: Trudeau allocates $50M to institute for theoretical physics research
“I
was going to ask you to explain quantum computing but…” the reporter
said before asking a serious question about Canada’s role in defeating
ISIS.
But Trudeau answered the question anyway.
“OK, quite simply, normal computers work by…” Trudeau said before being drowned out by laughter and applause.