104 in Roman Numerals

Royal titles such as Henry I, Henry II, and so on, use Roman numerals. Have you noticed the names and wondered what these symbols (I and II) represent? Those are Roman numerals. In ancient times, people used fingers, sticks, bones, etc., to count. As life became more complex, a standard form was required for counting. Ancient Romans developed the Roman numeral system for this purpose. The symbols I (1), V (5), X (10), L (50), C (100), D (500), and M (1000) are used in this system.

In Roman numerals, we use CIV to represent 104, where C is 100, IV is 4. Let’s learn more about Roman numerals and how to write them.
 

There are certain basic rules to write numbers in Roman numerals. Let's discuss some basic rules that need to be remembered when writing numbers in Roman numerals.

Rule 1: Addition Method

The addition method is used when a smaller number is placed after a larger number. For example, VI → V + I → 5 + 1 = 6.

Rule 2: Repetition Method

To write larger numbers, certain Roman numerals can be repeated up to three times. For example, III → 3.

Rule 3: Subtraction Method

If a smaller number precedes a larger number in Roman numerals, the smaller number is subtracted from the larger number. For example, IV → V - I → 5 - 1 = 4.

Rule 4: Limitation Rule

The symbols cannot be repeated more than three times, and some symbols like V, L, and D cannot be repeated. For example, we wouldn't write VV for 10; instead, we use X.
 

Let’s learn how to write 104 in Roman numerals. Follow these methods to write the number in Roman numerals.
 

In the expansion method, the number is broken down based on place value. Here’s how to write 104 in Roman numerals using this method:

Step 1: Break the number based on place value. For 104, we write it as 100 + 4.

Step 2: Convert each number into Roman numerals:

- 100 in Roman Numerals — C
- 4 in Roman Numerals — IV

Step 3: Combine the Roman numerals together:

Therefore, 104 in Roman numerals is C (100) + IV (4) = CIV.
 

When writing a large number in Roman numerals, we group the number:

To write 104 in Roman numerals, we group it as 100 + 4.

100 in Roman Numerals — C

4 in Roman Numerals — IV

So, 104 is written as CIV in Roman numerals.
 

Roman numerals follow a certain pattern, making them look similar. Here are some numbers related to the Roman numeral 104:

• Addition rule: This method is used when a large number is followed by a smaller numeral, and the values are added. For example, CIV = C + IV = 100 + 4 = 104.
   
• Grouping method: Here, numbers are grouped based on their place value and converted into Roman numerals. For example, 104 = 100 + 4 = CIV.
   
• Repetition rule: Certain symbols (I, X, C, M) in the Roman numeral system can be repeated only up to three times. For example, III = 3 (I is repeated three times).
   
• Subtraction rule: This method is used when a smaller numeral precedes a larger numeral, and the smaller value is subtracted. For example, IV = 5 - 1 = 4.
   
• Limitation rule: Some symbols like V, L, and D cannot be repeated. For example, 10 is written as X, not VV.