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MDCCLXXIX Roman Numerals
To meet their daily commerce and administration needs, the ancient Romans developed Roman Numerals. It used a combination of seven symbols — I, V, X, L, C, D, and M to represent numbers. Roman numerals were used to record transactions, keep track of data, and label military units. In this topic, we are going to learn about the Roman numeral MDCCLXXIX.
What is MDCCLXXIX in Roman Numerals?
Ancient Romans discovered that counting fingers could get very complicated after 10. So to overcome the complexity, the Roman numeric system was developed. This was widely used throughout Europe as a standard writing system until the late Middle Ages.
Seven symbols are used to represent numbers in the Roman numeric system — I, V, X, L, C, D, and M. The numerals are made up of different combinations of these symbols. MDCCLXXIX in Roman numerals can be written in number form by adding the values of each Roman numeral, i.e., MDCCLXXIX = 1779.
Let us learn more about the Roman numeral MDCCLXXIX, how we write them, the mistakes we usually make, and ways to avoid these mistakes.
Basic Rules for MDCCLXXIX in Roman Numerals
When writing Roman numerals, there are a few rules that we need to follow based on the Roman numerals we are trying to write. In this section, we will learn about the rules when writing Roman numerals and how to represent them.
Rule 1: Addition Method:
When a larger symbol is followed by a smaller symbol, we add the numerals to each other. For example, in VIII, we have 5 + 3 = 8.
Rule 2: Repetition Method:
A symbol that is repeated three times in continuation increases the value of the numeral. For example, XXX = 30.
Rule 3: Subtraction Method:
We use the subtraction method when a larger symbol follows a smaller symbol. For example, XL = 40 (which is 50 – 10).
Rule 4: Limitation Rule:
Symbols cannot be repeated more than three times, and some symbols, such as V, L, and D cannot be repeated more than once. For example, 10 is represented as X and not VV.
How to Write MDCCLXXIX in Roman Numerals?
Let us learn about how to write MDCCLXXIX in Roman numerals. There are two methods that we can use to write Roman numerals:
- By Expansion Method
- By Grouping Method
MDCCLXXIX in Roman Numeral by Expansion Method
The breaking down of Roman numerals into parts and then converting them into numerals is what we call the expansion method. The expansion method is the breaking down of Roman numerals into numerical form and adding them to get the final number.
Step 1: Break the Roman numerals into parts.
Step 2: Now write each of the Roman numerals with its numerical digit in the place value.
Step 3: Add the numerals together
For MDCCLXXIX,
Step 1: First we break the Roman numerals. MDCCLXXIX = M + D + C + C + L + X + X + I + X
Step 2: Write the Roman Numerals for each part The Roman Numeral M is 1000 The Roman Numeral D is 500 The Roman Numeral C is 100 The Roman Numeral L is 50 The Roman Numeral X is 10 The Roman Numeral I is 1
Step 3: Combine all the numbers M + D + C + C + L + X + X + I + X = 1000 + 500 + 100 + 100 + 50 + 10 + 10 + 9 = 1779. Therefore, the Roman Numeral MDCCLXXIX is 1779.
MDCCLXXIX in Roman Numeral by Grouping Method
Using subtraction and addition rules, we will apply the grouping method. This means we break the Roman numerals into smaller groups, which makes it easier to work with. This method groups the Roman numerals logically, and then we write the numbers for each group.
Step 1: Take the largest number and write the number for that Roman numeral.
Step 2: Write the Roman numeral using the subtraction and addition rules.
Example: Let’s take the Roman numeral MDCCLXXIX.
Step 1: The larger Roman numerals are what we will begin with. Once split, the Roman numerals we get are M, D, CC, L, XX, and IX. The numeral for M is 1000 The numeral for D is 500 The numeral for CC is 200 The numeral for L is 50 The numeral for XX is 20
Step 2: Now we need to either add or subtract the smaller number, depending on its place. Here we add IX to make 9, which is subtracted from 10 to get 9. The Roman numeral IX is 9. Therefore, the numeral of MDCCLXXIX is 1779.
Numbers Related to MDCCLXXIX in Roman Numerals
We follow a pattern when it comes to writing Roman numerals. In this section, we will write some numbers related to the Roman numeral MDCCLXXIX:
| Roman Numeral | Number | Breakdown |
|---|---|---|
| M | 1000 | M |
| MD | 1500 | M + D |
| MDCC | 1700 | M + D + C + C |
| MDCCL | 1750 | M + D + C + C + L |
| MDCCLX | 1760 | M + D + C + C + L + X |
| MDCCLXX | 1770 | M + D + C + C + L + X + X |
| MDCCLXXI | 1771 | M + D + C + C + L + X + X + I |
| MDCCLXXII | 1772 | M + D + C + C + L + X + X + I + I |
| MDCCLXXIII | 1773 | M + D + C + C + L + X + X + I + I + I |
| MDCCLXXIV | 1774 | M + D + C + C + L + X + X + IV |
| MDCCLXXV | 1775 | M + D + C + C + L + X + X + V |
| MDCCLXXVI | 1776 | M + D + C + C + L + X + X + V + I |
| MDCCLXXVII | 1777 | M + D + C + C + L + X + X + V + I + I |
| MDCCLXXVIII | 1778 | M + D + C + C + L + X + X + V + I + I + I |
| MDCCLXXIX | 1779 | M + D + C + C + L + X + X + IX |
Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them in MDCCLXXIX Roman Numerals
Students can make mistakes when studying Roman numerals. Here are a few common mistakes students make, and ways to avoid them.
Mistake 1
Mistakes when applying the repetition method
It can be quite confusing for beginners to remember that Roman Numerals cannot be repeated more than three times. Another thing to keep in mind is that Roman Numerals such as V, L, and D cannot be repeated.
For example, writing LL as 100 is incorrect; the correct answer is C.
MDCCLXXIX Roman Numerals Examples
Problem 1
What is the sum of MDC + CLXIX? Write the answer in Roman numerals.
The sum is MMCLXIX
Explanation
Convert both Roman numerals into their decimal form:
MDC = 1600
CLXIX = 169
Now add both numbers: 1600 + 169 = 1769
Now convert the number into its Roman numeral: 1769 = 1000 (M) + 700 (DCC) + 60 (LX) + 9 (IX) = MDCCLXIX
Problem 2
Subtract CCCL from MDC. Write the result in Roman numerals.
The result is MCDXX
Explanation
Convert the Roman numerals into their decimal form:
MDC = 1600
CCCL = 350
Now subtract the numbers: 1600 - 350 = 1250
Convert the number into its Roman numeral: 1250 = 1000 (M) + 200 (CC) + 50 (L) = MCCL
Problem 3
Divide MDCCLXXVIII by 2 and write the answer in Roman numerals.
DCCCLXXXIX
Explanation
Convert MDCCLXXVIII into its decimal form:
MDCCLXXVIII = 1778
Divide by 2: 1778 / 2 = 889
Write 889 in Roman numerals: 889 = 500 (D) + 300 (CCC) + 80 (LXXX) + 9 (IX) = DCCCLXXXIX
Problem 4
Find the product of XLII and XLII.
MDCCLXXIV
Explanation
Convert XLII into its decimal form:
XLII = 42
Multiply the numbers: 42 × 42 = 1764
Convert 1764 into its Roman numerals: 1764 = 1000 (M) + 700 (DCC) + 60 (LX) + 4 (IV) = MDCCLXIV
Problem 5
Convert MDC into its decimal form.
In decimal form MDC is 1600
Explanation
Break MDC into components:
M = 1000
D = 500
C = 100
Add values: 1000 + 500 + 100 = 1600
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Important Glossaries for MDCCLXXIX in Roman Numerals
- Limitation Rule: There are some symbols that cannot be repeated more than once (V, L, D). For example, LL for 100 is wrong; the correct answer is C.
- Place value: The position of a digit in a number determines its value. For example, the number 7 in 1779 is in the hundred's place.
- Prime Number: A number that has only two factors or multiples is called a prime number. For example, 179 is a prime number that has only two factors: 1 and itself.
- Subtraction Method: A smaller numeral placed before a larger numeral indicates subtraction. For example, IX is 9 (10 - 1).
- Grouping Method: This involves breaking Roman numerals into logical groups to simplify their addition or subtraction.
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