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XXXVII Roman Numeral - Conversion, Rules, Uses, and FAQs

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What are Roman Numerals?

The Romans were the first to use a special type of numerical notation known as Roman Numerals. This is an additive and subtractive scheme in which letters are used to represent real base numbers and random numbers in the number system, each of which is represented by a different combination of letters or symbols. In this system, numbers are expressed by a mixture or a special collection of letters from the Latin alphabet. Here, we will learn XXXVII Roman numerals, how to convert roman numbers to natural numbers, and also examples of a few more roman numbers.

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The Modern Method Employs Seven Characters, Each of Which Contains A Fixed Integer Value As Follows:

Character(or Letter)

I

V

X

L

C

D

M

Numerical Value

1

5

10

50

100

500

1000

 

Character

Numerical Value

5000

10,000

50,000

100,000

500,000

1000000

 

All of the symbols used in a system of numerical notation based on the ancient Roman system are known as a Roman numeral. In the Hindu-Arabic numeral system, the symbols I, V, X, L, C, D, and M stand for 1, 5, 10, 50, 100, 500, and 1,000, respectively. When a symbol of equal or greater value is put after another of equal or greater value, its value is added. For example, II = 2 and LX = 60. A symbol put before a symbol with a higher value subtracts the symbol's value. For example, IV = 4, XL = 40, and CD = 400. When a bar is put over a number, it multiplies it by 1,000.

 

XXXVII Roman Numeral

The value of XXXVII Roman can be found using the addition method of roman numerals. First, we must write each character's or letter's numerical value. The value of XXXVII Roman numerals is then calculated by adding these numbers. This can be achieved in a variety of ways, as discussed below:

Value of XXXVII Roman numeral= 10+10+10+5+2=37

Method 1: Write the numerical value of each letter and add them together to get the answer.

 

Value of XXXVII can be calculated as 10 + 10 + 10 + 5 + 1 + 1 = 37

 

Method 2: The numerical values of groups of letters are considered for addition in this system, such as:

 

Value of XXXVII = (XXX) + (VII) = 30 + 7 = 37

 

Alternatively,

XXXVII = (XXX) + (V) + (II) = 30 + 5 + 2 = 37 is another way of writing.

 

As a result, XXXVII=37.

 

The methods described above are used to determine the numerical value of all roman numerals to the greatest degree possible.

 

XXVI Roman Numerals

We know the value of x is 10,v is 5 and i is 1. 

 

So, value of XXVI Roman numerals = 10+10+5+1=26

 

XXXVI in Numbers

Value of XXXVI =10+10+10+5+1=36

 

How to Convert Roman Numerals to Numbers?

Before proceeding to the conversion of roman numbers to numbers, it is essential to first gain a thorough understanding of how this system of numbers is represented. Consider the following series of events:

 

The Roman numbers from 1 to 20 are written as I, II, III, IV, V, VI, VII, VIII, IX, X, XI, XII, XIII, XIV, XV, XVI, XVII, XVIII, XIX, and XX.

 

As a result, the notations IV and IX can be read as “one less than five, i.e. 4” and “one less than ten, i.e. 9,” respectively. Also, VI and XI can be read as “one more than five, i.e. 6” and “one more than ten, i.e. 11” respectively. Large numbers can also be expressed in this way using special notations.

 

The value of XXVI Roman number = 10+10+5+1=26

 

XXVII roman number is equivalent to 27, as we know the value of x is 10, v is 5 and I is 1.

 

The calculations to get the number for a given roman numeral are shown in the table below.

 

Roman Numerals Calculation

Roman Numeral

Calculation to Get the Number

Roman Numeral

Calculation to Get the Number

I

1

XXVI

10+10+5+1=26

II

1+1=2

XXVII

10+10+5+1+1=27

III

1+1+1=3

XXVIII

10+10+5+1+1+1=28

IV

5-1=4

XXIX

10+10-1+10=29

V

5

XXX

10+10+10=30

VI

5+1=6

XXXI

10+10+10+1=31

VII

5+1+1=7

XXXII

10+10+10+1+1=32

VIII

5+1+1+1=8

XXXIII

10+10+10+1+1+1=33

IX

10-1=9

XXXIV

10+10+10-1+5=34

X

10

XXXV

10+10+10+5=35

XI

10+1=11

XXXVI

10+10+10+5+1=36

XII

10+1+1=12

XXXVII

10+10+10+5+1+1=37

XIII

10+1+1+1=13

XXXVIII

10+10+10+5+1+1+1=38

XIV

10-1+5=14

XXXIX

10+10+10-1+10=39

XV

10+5=15

XL

-10+50=40

XVI

10+5+1=16

XLI

-10+50+1=41

XVII

10+6+1+1=17

XLII

-10+50+1+1=42

XVIII

10+6+1+1=18

XLIII

-10+50+1+1+1=43

XIX

10-1+10=19

XLIV

-10+50-1+5=44

XX

10+10=20

XLV

-10+50+5=45

XXI

10+10+1=21

XLVI

-10+50+5+1=46

XXII

10+10+1+1=22

XLVII

-10+50+5+1+1=47

XXIII

10+10+1+1+1=23

XLVIII

-10+50+5+1+1+1=48

XXIV

10+10-1+5=24

XLIX

-10+50-1+10=49

XXV

10+10+5=25

L

50

 

Numbers Nearer to XXXVII

Below are the numbers that are similar to, less than, and greater than XXXVII.

 

Value of XXX = 10 + 10 + 10 = 30

 

Value of XXXI = 30 + 1 = 31

 

Value of XXXII = 30 + 1 + 1 = 32

 

Value of XXXIII = 30 + 1 + 1 + 1 = 33

 

Value of XXXIV = 30 + 4 = 34

 

Value of XXXV = 30 + 5 = 35

 

Value of XXXVI = 30 + 6 = 36

 

Value of XXXVII = 30 + 7 = 37

 

Value of XXXVIII = 30 + 8 = 38

 

Value of XXXIX = 30 + 9 = 39

 

Value of XL = 40

 

Value of XLI = 40 + 1 = 41

 

Value of XLII = 40 + 1 + 1 = 42

 

Value of XLIII = 40 + 1 + 1 + 1 = 43

 

Students will be able to find the list of roman numbers from 100 to 1000 after practising the below list.

 

Roman Numbers 100 to 1000

Number

Roman Numeral 

Evaluation

100

C

100

200

CC

100+100

300

CCC

100+100+100

400

CD

500-100

500

D

500

600

DC

500+100

700

DCC

500+100+100

800

DCCC

500+100+100+100

900

CM

1000-100

1000

M

1000

 

Rules for Converting Numbers to Roman Numerals

The following are the three most important laws for writing and reading Roman numerals.

  1. A letter can only be repeated three times, such as XXX = 30, CC = 200, and so on.

  2. If one or more letters are put after a letter with a higher value, multiply by that number.

VII can be written as  7 (5 + 2 = 7)

 

Value of LXXX is  80 and can be written as (50 + 10 + 10 + 10 = 80)

 

Value of MCCC  is 1300 and can be written as (1000+100 + 100 + 100 = 1300)

 

  1. Remove the sum if a letter is put before a letter with a higher value.

CM can be written as  900 (1000 – 100 = 900)

 

IX can be written as  9 ( 10 – 1 = 9 )

 

XC can be written as  90 (100 – 10 = 90)

 

How to Write Roman Numerals?

Students must know the rules for writing Roman numerals. There are some important rules that students must remember for writing Roman Numerals which are given here:


  • Students must remember that the letters I, C, and X can be repeated three times in succession whereas the letters L, V, and D cannot be repeated in succession. The number is not a valid number if these three letters are used in succession. 

  • When we write a lower value digit to the left of a higher value digit, it is subtracted.

  • When we write a lower value digit to the right of a higher value digit, it is added. 

  • Only the three letters that are I, C, and X can be used as subtractive numerals. 


Uses of Roman Numerals

Roman numerals are everywhere, and you've probably used and used them without even realizing it. It is used in the following ways in daily life.

  • Roman numerals are also used to number pages in appendices and introductions.

  • Events are divided into parts of plays.

  • Annual sporting competitions such as the Summer and Winter Olympics, as well as the Super Bowl, use Roman numerals to indicate the passing of time.

  • Many generations have inherited a family name that requires a Roman numeral to identify a family member. If a man's name is Paul Jones and his father and grandfather were also called Paul, he will be known as Paul Jones III. It is also used by royal families.

  •  In books, Roman numerals are often used to number the pages. Roman numerals are also used to number pages in appendices and introductions. 

  • Many clocks use Roman Numbers instead of Arabic numbers. 

  • The release years of movies are given in Roman numbers at the back of the DVD. 


Tips to Memorize Roman Numerals

A few tips are given here that can help students to memorize the Roman Numerals for their exams. Students can use the tips given here to prepare well for their exams.

  • Use the concept of mnemonics

Students can use the concept of Mnemonics to memorize Roman Numerals. It is found to be an effective method to learn any given topic easily. You can relate to Roman Numerals by using the technique of Mnemonics. It will help you to recall quickly. This also helps to avoid confusion. 

For example, My Dear Cow Likes Xtra Veg Ingredients. The bold letters are for Roman numbers in descending order. 

  • Different methods

Students can use interesting and innovative methods to remember Roman Numbers. Students can develop their own creative methods for learning numbers. Thus, students can come up with their own creative rules and ideas for learning numbers. For example, X is used for writing 10, and 10 is the first 2 digit number that is denoted with the second last letter of the English alphabet. 

  • Solving problems

Solving enough questions based on Roman Numerals is another method to remember the numbers. When students will solve more questions they can easily remember the numbers and their specific letters. Students can find numerous questions based on this topic for their exams and they can solve questions to prepare well for the exams. For example, write 23 in Roman number? The answer is XXIII.


Facts about Roman Numerals

Some facts about Roman Numerals are given here:

  • Roman numbers are written starting from the biggest unit on the left and going towards the right.

  • A numeral can be used three times to add and form a number but it cannot be added more than three times. For example, XXX= 30

  • If you want to make 40, you must subtract from the larger unit, for example, 40 can be written as XL. Does this mean 50-10 = 40

FAQs on XXXVII Roman Numeral - Conversion, Rules, Uses, and FAQs

1. What are the rules for forming a number?

The following are the rules for forming numbers.

  • It will be added if a symbol appears after a greater symbol. For example VI = V + I = 5 + 1 = 6.

  • A symbol would be subtracted if it appears before a greater symbol. For example IX = X - I = 10-1 = 9.

2. Why do films use roman numerals?

Film reels are used to make the majority of movies (few are digital). A physical film can degrade over time, making numeric values difficult to read. As a result, the film industry began using roman numerals to ensure that the copyright date could still be read.

3. How can I write a date in the form of a Roman number?

If you want to write a date in the form of a Roman number, you have to follow some steps that are given here:

  • The date can be written in the given format DD/MM/YY.

  • First, convert the date to the roman number. Thus if the date is 12, you can write it as XII.

  • Now, convert the month in the Roman number. Thus, if the month is November which means the 11th month, you can write it as XI.

  • Now, you can convert the year, for example, if the year is 1996. You can write it as XIXXCVI.

  • Thus, the date can be written as XII.XI.XIXXCVI.