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Last updated on February 24th, 2025
Roman numerals are a way of expressing numbers using symbols. The symbols we use in Roman numerals are I, V, X, L, C, D, and M. Roman numerals are used in royal titles, book names, sequences, and more. Here, we will be discussing Roman numerals, rules, and examples.
The royal titles, such as Henry I, Henry II, and so on, use Roman numerals. Have you noticed these symbols (I and II) and wondered what they represent? Those are Roman numerals. In ancient times, people used fingers, sticks, bones, etc., to count. As life became more complex, a standardized method was needed. The ancient Romans developed the Roman numeral system to address this. 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 CXXVII to represent 127, where C is 100, XX is 20, and VII is 7. Let’s learn more about Roman numerals and how we write them.
There are certain basic rules for writing numbers in Roman numerals. In this section, let’s discuss some basic rules that need to be remembered.
Rule 1: Addition Method
The addition method is used when a smaller number is placed after a larger number. For example, VII → V + I + I → 5 + 1 + 1 = 7
Rule 2: Repetition Method
Certain Roman numerals can be repeated up to three times to express larger values. For example, XXX → 10 + 10 + 10 = 30.
Rule 3: Subtraction Method
If a smaller number precedes a larger number, the smaller number is subtracted. For example, IX → X - I → 10 - 1 = 9.
Rule 4: Limitation Rule
A symbol cannot be repeated more than three times, and symbols like V, L, and D cannot be repeated. For example, we do not write VV for 10; instead, we use X.
Let’s now learn how to write 127 in Roman numerals. Follow these methods to write the number in Roman numerals.
In the expansion method, based on place value, the number is broken down. In this section, we will learn how to write 127 in Roman numerals using the expansion method.
To write 127 in Roman numerals, follow these steps:
Step 1: Break the number based on place value: ones, tens, hundreds, etc.
For 127, we write it as 100 + 20 + 7.
Step 2: Convert each part to Roman numerals:
100 in Roman Numerals — C
20 in Roman Numerals — XX
7 in Roman Numerals — VII
Step 3: Combine the Roman numerals together.
Therefore, 127 in Roman numerals is C + XX + VII = CXXVII.
When writing a large number in Roman numerals, we group the number. To write 127 in Roman numerals, we group it as 100 + 20 + 7:
100 in Roman Numerals — C
20 in Roman Numerals — XX
7 in Roman Numerals — VII
So, 127 is written as CXXVII in Roman numerals.
A historian found two ancient scrolls, one labeled CXXVII and the other labeled LXXIII. What is the combined age of the two scrolls in Roman numerals?
During a treasure hunt, a clue mentioned dividing a treasure of MMDXL coins among XX people. How many coins does each person receive?
A Roman architect designed a structure using CXXVII columns and planned to add another LXXIV columns. How many columns will the structure have in total?
If a merchant has a stock of CCX items, and he sells LXXXIII items, how many items are left in stock?
Express the sum of the numbers 127 and 53 in Roman numerals using the expansion method.
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