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1988 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 more. Here we will discuss Roman numerals, their rules, and examples.

1988 in Roman Numerals for Indonesian Students
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What is 1988 in Roman Numerals?

Royal titles, such as Henry I, Henry II, and so on, often use Roman numerals. Have you noticed these names and wondered what symbols like I and II represented? Those are Roman numerals.

 

In earlier times, people counted using fingers, sticks, bones, etc. When life became complex, a standard form was required to count. Ancient Romans used the Roman numeral system for this purpose. The symbols we use are I (1), V (5), X (10), L (50), C (100), D (500), and M (1000).

 

In Roman numerals, 1988 is represented as MCMLXXXVIII. Here, M is 1000, CM is 900, L is 50, XXX is 30, and VIII is 8. Let's learn more about Roman numerals and how we write them.

1988 in roman numerals

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Basic Rules for 1988 in Roman Numerals

There are certain basic rules for writing a number in Roman numerals. In this section, 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 the smaller number is placed after the larger number. For example, VIII → V + III → 5 + 3 = 8.

 

Rule 2: Repetition Method

There are certain Roman numerals that can be repeated three times to write a large number. For example, XXX → 30.

 

Rule 3: Subtraction Method

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

 

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

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How to Write 1988 in Roman Numerals

Let's now learn how to write 1988 in Roman numerals. Follow these methods to write the number in Roman numerals: 

  • By Expansion Method
  • By Grouping Method
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1988 in Roman Numeral by Expansion Method

In the expansion method, the number is broken down based on place value. In this section, we will learn how to write 1988 in Roman numerals using the expansion method. To write 1988 in Roman numerals, follow these steps:

 

Step 1: Break the number based on place value: thousands, hundreds, tens, and ones. For 1988, we write it as 1000 + 900 + 80 + 8.

 

Step 2: Convert the number into Roman numerals:

  • 1000 in Roman numerals - M

 

  • 900 in Roman numerals - CM

 

  • 80 in Roman numerals - LXXX

 

  • 8 in Roman numerals - VIII

 

Step 3: Combine the Roman numerals together. Therefore, 1988 in Roman numerals is M (1000) + CM (900) + LXXX (80) + VIII (8) = MCMLXXXVIII.

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1988 in Roman Numeral by Grouping Method

When writing a large number in Roman numerals, we group the number. To write 1988 in Roman numerals, group 1988 as 1000 + 900 + 80 + 8.

 

  • 1000 in Roman numeral - M

 

  • 900 in Roman numeral - CM

 

  • 80 in Roman numeral - LXXX

 

  • 8 in Roman numeral - VIII

 

So, 1988 is written as MCMLXXXVIII in Roman numerals.

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Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them in 1988 Roman Numerals

Students often make mistakes when writing a number in Roman numerals. To master Roman numerals, one can learn a few common mistakes and the ways to avoid them.

Mistake 1

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Errors in Repetition Method

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The repetition method can be confusing for beginners, as it states that Roman numerals cannot be repeated more than three times. Additionally, some numerals such as V, L, and D cannot be repeated.

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1988 in Roman Numerals Examples

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Problem 1

A historian is examining two ancient manuscripts, one dated MCMLXXXVIII and another dated MDXX. Calculate the difference in years between the two manuscripts.

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The difference in years between the two manuscripts is CDLXVIII.

Explanation

To find the difference in years, subtract the year MDXX from MCMLXXXVIII.

MCMLXXXVIII = 1988

MDXX = 1520

1988 - 1520 = 468

468 in Roman Numerals is CDLXVIII.

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Problem 2

An art collector has a collection of paintings from the year MCMLXXXVIII and plans to distribute them equally among XVI galleries. If there are MCM paintings, how many paintings will each gallery receive?

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Each gallery will receive CXXV paintings.

Explanation

To find the number of paintings each gallery receives, divide the total number of paintings by the number of galleries.

MCM = 1900

XVI = 16

1900 / 16 = 118.75 For equal distribution, each gallery gets 118 paintings.

Since Roman numerals do not express fractions, we round down to the nearest whole number: CXVIII.

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Problem 3

A mathematician is adding two large sums: DCCXLV and MCMLXXXVIII. What is the sum in Roman numerals?

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The sum of DCCXLV and MCMLXXXVIII is MMDCXXXIII.

Explanation

To find the sum, add the two numbers together.

DCCXLV = 745

MCMLXXXVIII = 1988

745 + 1988 = 2733

2733 in Roman Numerals is MMDCXXXIII.

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Problem 4

A historian notes that a significant event occurred IX years after the year MCMLXXXVIII. What is the year of the event in Roman numerals?

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The year of the event is MCMXCVII.

Explanation

To find the year of the event, add IX to MCMLXXXVIII.

MCMLXXXVIII = 1988

IX = 9

1988 + 9 = 1997

1997 in Roman Numerals is MCMXCVII.

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Problem 5

A researcher is studying a timeline and finds that a specific era began in the year MCMLXXXVIII and lasted for XXX years. What is the ending year of this era in Roman numerals?

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The ending year of the era is MMXVIII.

Explanation

To find the ending year, add XXX to MCMLXXXVIII.

MCMLXXXVIII = 1988

XXX = 30

1988 + 30 = 2018

2018 in Roman Numerals is MMXVIII.

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FAQs on 1988 in Roman Numerals

1.What is 1987 in Roman numerals?

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2.How to write 1988 in Roman numerals?

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4.Is MCMLXXXVIII a prime number?

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5.What are the multiples of 1988?

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Important Glossaries for 1988 in Roman Numerals

  • Addition Rule: The addition method is used when a larger numeral is followed by a smaller numeral, where the values are added. For example, VIII = V + III = 5 + 3 = 8.

 

  • Grouping Method: This method involves grouping numbers based on their place value and then converting each group into Roman numerals. For example, 1988 = 1000 + 900 + 80 + 8 = MCMLXXXVIII.

 

  • Repetition Rule: Certain symbols (I, X, C, M) in the Roman numeric system can be repeated only up to three times. For example, XXX = 30 (X is repeated three times to represent 30).

 

  • Subtraction Rule: The subtraction method is used when a smaller numeral precedes a larger numeral, where the smaller value is subtracted from the larger one. For example, IV = 5 - 1 = 4.

 

  • Limitation Rule: Certain symbols like V, L, and D cannot be repeated. Instead, combinations of other symbols are used for representation.
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