Which military technology directly led to the development of the first barcode scanning systems used in retail?

Throughout history, many military innovations have crossed over to revolutionize the retail and commercial sector. These technological transfers have shaped modern retail in surprising ways, from point-of-sale systems to marketing strategies. Test your knowledge of how military developments have influenced the retail landscape and consumer products we use today!

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Radar technology from World War II
US Defense Department's COBOL programming language
Railroad logistics systems from the American Civil War
US Navy's supply chain tracking system from the 1940s