Understanding Roman Numerals

Flashcards covering the basics of Roman numerals, including their values and rules for reading.

What do the Roman numeral 'I' represent?

1

What does the Roman numeral 'V' stand for?

5

How is 'X' interpreted in Roman numerals?

10

What is the value of 'L' in Roman numerals?

50

What does 'C' represent in Roman numerals?

100

What is the Roman numeral for 500?

D

How do you read the Roman numeral 'M'?

1000

How do you read Roman numerals with lower numbers placed before higher numbers?

Subtract the lower number from the higher number.

What does 'IV' represent in Roman numerals?

4, since 5 - 1 = 4.

What happens when a lower number follows a higher number in Roman numerals?

You add the two numbers together.