Who invented the first successful barcode system that was eventually adopted for retail product identification?

In the world of retail and logistics, few inventions have had as profound an impact as the humble barcode. This simple pattern of lines revolutionized inventory management, checkout processes, and supply chain tracking across the globe. But how much do you know about this ubiquitous technology's origins? Test your knowledge about the fascinating history behind this game-changing retail innovation that transformed how products are tracked and sold worldwide.

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Norman Joseph Woodland and Bernard Silver
Thomas Edison and George Westinghouse
Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak
Richard Sears and Alvah Roebuck