Last updated on May 26th, 2025
Roman numerals are a method of expressing numbers using specific symbols. The symbols I, V, X, L, C, D, and M are utilized to represent numbers. Roman numerals are prevalent in royal titles, book names, sequences, and more. Here, we will discuss Roman numerals, their rules, and examples.
Royal titles, such as Henry I, Henry II, and so on, use Roman numerals. These symbols help in understanding the numbering system used by ancient Romans, who required a standard form to count as life became more complex. The Roman numeral system includes the symbols I (1), V (5), X (10), L (50), C (100), D (500), and M (1000).
In Roman numerals, we use CLXXV to represent 175, where C is 100, L is 50, XX is 20, and V is 5. Let’s learn more about Roman numerals and how we write them.
There are basic rules for writing numbers in Roman numerals. Below are some key rules to keep in mind:
Rule 1: Addition Method
When a smaller number is placed after a larger number, they are added. For example, CLXXV → C + L + X + X + V → 100 + 50 + 10 + 10 + 5 = 175.
Rule 2: Repetition Method
Certain Roman numerals can be repeated up to three times. For example, XXX → 30.
Rule 3: Subtraction Method
When a smaller number precedes a larger number, it is subtracted. For example, XL → 50 - 10 = 40.
Rule 4: Limitation Rule
Symbols cannot be repeated more than three times, and some symbols like V, L, and D cannot be repeated. For example, instead of writing LLL for 150, we use CL.
Let’s learn how to write 175 in Roman Numerals using different methods.
In the expansion method, the number is broken down based on place value.
Step 1: Break down 175 into 100 + 50 + 20 + 5.
Step 2: Convert each number to Roman numerals:
100 is C
50 is L
20 is XX
5 is V
Step 3: Combine them: C + L + XX + V = CLXXV.
When writing large numbers in Roman numerals, we group them.
To write 175 as a Roman numeral, we group it as 100 + 50 + 20 + 5:
100 in Roman Numeral is C
50 in Roman Numeral is L
20 in Roman Numeral is XX
5 in Roman Numeral is V
So, 175 is written as CLXXV in Roman numerals.
Students often make mistakes when writing numbers in Roman numerals. Here are some common mistakes and tips to avoid them:
A historian is cataloging CLXXV ancient artifacts into V equal groups. How many artifacts will each group contain?
Each group will contain XXXV artifacts.
The historian needs to divide the total number of artifacts by the number of groups.
CLXXV = 175
V = 5
Therefore, CLXXV / V = 175 / 5 = 35.
35 in Roman numerals can be written as XXXV.
Find the sum of CXXV and L.
The sum of CXXV and L is CLXXV.
To find the sum, add the two numbers together.
CXXV = 125
L = 50
125 + 50 = 175
175 in Roman Numerals is CLXXV.
The sum of CXXV and L is CLXXV.
A puzzle requires arranging CLXXV tiles, each representing a unique letter, into XV rows. How many tiles will be in each row?
Each row will contain XI tiles.
Divide the total number of tiles by the number of rows.
CLXXV = 175
XV = 15
175 / 15 = 11
11 in Roman numerals can be written as XI.
What is the difference between CC and CLXXV?
The difference between CC and CLXXV is XXV.
Subtract the smaller number from the larger number.
CC = 200
CLXXV = 175
200 - 175 = 25
25 in Roman numerals can be written as XXV.
Write the Roman Numeral for 88 + 87 using the expansion method.
The Roman numeral for 88 + 87 is CLXXV.
Step 1: Convert the numbers 88 and 87 into Roman numerals.
88 = LXXXVIII
87 = LXXXVII
Add the numbers together: 88 + 87 = 175
Using the expansion method: 175 = 100 + 70 + 5 = CLXXV.
Hiralee Lalitkumar Makwana has almost two years of teaching experience. She is a number ninja as she loves numbers. Her interest in numbers can be seen in the way she cracks math puzzles and hidden patterns.
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