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132 in Roman Numerals

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Roman numerals are a way of expressing numbers using symbols. I, V, X, L, C, D, and M are the symbols we use. Roman Numerals are used in royal titles, book names, sequences, and so on. Here we will be discussing Roman Numerals, rules, and examples.

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What is 132 in Roman Numerals?

The royal titles, such as Henry I, Henry II, and so on. Have you noticed the names and wondered what these symbols (I and II) represented? Those are the Roman Numerals. Earlier people used to count using fingers, sticks, bones, etc. to count earlier. When life became complex, a standard form was required to count. Ancient Romans used the Roman Numeral system to count. I (1), V (5), X (10), L (50), C (100), D (500), and M (1000) are the symbols we use to count.

 

In Roman Numerals, we use CXXXII to represent 132, where C is 100, X is 10, and II is 2. Let’s learn more about Roman numerals and how we write them.

132 in roman numerals

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Basic Rules for 132 in Roman Numerals

There are certain basic rules to write a number in Roman Numerals. In this section, let’s discuss some basic rules that need to be remembered when writing a number in Roman numerals.

 

Rule 1: Addition Method

The addition method is used when the smaller number is placed after the larger number. For example, CXXXII → C + X + X + I + I → 100 + 10 + 10 + 1 + 1 = 132.

 

Rule 2: Repetition Method

To write a large number, there are certain Roman Numerals that can be repeated three times. III → 3.

 

Rule 3: Subtraction Method

If a smaller number is followed by a larger number in Roman Numerals, we subtract the smaller number from the larger number. For example, IX → X - I → 10 - 1 = 9.

 

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 won't write VV for 10; instead, we use X, and we write 8 as VIII, not IIIIIIII.

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How to Write 132 in Roman Numerals

Let’s now learn how to write 132 in Roman Numerals. Follow these methods to write the number in Roman Numerals.

 

  • By Expansion Method
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  • By Grouping Method
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132 in Roman Numerals by Expansion Method

In the expansion method, based on the place value, the number is broken down. In this section, we will learn how to write 132 in Roman numerals using the expansion method.

 

To write 132 in Roman Numerals, follow these steps:

 

Step 1: Break the number based on the place value. Place value includes ones, tens, hundreds, etc. 

 

For 132, we write it as 100 + 30 + 2.

 

Step 2: Converting the number into Roman Numerals

 

100 in Roman Numerals — C

30 in Roman Numerals — XXX

2 in Roman Numerals — II

 

Step 3: Combining the Roman Numerals together.

 

Therefore, 132 in Roman Numerals is C (100) + XXX (30) + II (2) = CXXXII.

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132 in Roman Numerals by Grouping Method

When writing a large number into Roman Numerals, we group the number. To write 132 in Roman Numerals, we group 132 as 100 + 30 + 2.

 

100 in Roman Numerals — C

30 in Roman Numerals — XXX

2 in Roman Numerals — II

So, 132 is written as CXXXII in Roman Numerals.

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132 in Roman Numerals Examples

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Problem 1

A historian found an ancient scroll that mentioned the construction of a monument that took XIII months and involved CCCXX workers. Calculate the total number of worker-months spent on the construction.

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Problem 2

An archaeologist discovers a text stating that a certain event occurred in the year MCCXXXII according to an ancient calendar. Convert this year to the standard numerical format.

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Problem 3

A treasure map has clues written in Roman numerals. It states that the treasure is located at a point X times farther than the point marked by the numeral XIII. If X equals C, what is the total distance?

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Problem 4

In a historical reenactment, a legion is divided into units of XI soldiers each. If there are CXLIII soldiers in total, how many full units can be formed?

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Problem 5

A library has a collection labeled with Roman numerals. Shelf CXXXII contains historical texts. If each shelf holds XX books, how many books are in shelf CXXXII?

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FAQs on 132 in Roman Numerals

1.What is 99 in Roman numerals?

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2.How to write 132 in Roman numerals?

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3.What is 150 in Roman Numerals?

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4.Is CXXXII a prime number?

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5.What are the multiples of 132?

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Important Glossaries for 132 in Roman Numerals

  • Addition rule: Addition method is used when a large number is followed by a smaller numeral. Here, the values are added. For example, CXXXII = C + XXX + II = 100 + 30 + 2 = 132.

 

  • Grouping method: Here, the given numbers are grouped based on their place value, and then we convert each group into its Roman numerals. For example, 132 = 100 + 30 + 2 = CXXXII.

 

  • Repetition rule: Certain symbols (I, X, C, M) in the Roman numeric system can be repeated only up to three times. For example, III = 3 (I is repeated three times to represent the number 3).

 

  • Subtraction rule: When a smaller numeral precedes a larger numeral, you subtract the smaller from the larger. For example, IV = V - I = 5 - 1 = 4.

 

  • Limitation rule: Some symbols like V, L, and D cannot be repeated. For example, we don't write VV for 10, we use X instead.
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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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