What is the Roman numeral for 31?a)XXXIb)XXXIIc)XXXIIId)XXXIVCorrect a...
The number 31 is represented as XXXI in Roman numerals, which is XXX (30) + I (1). Thus, the total is 31. Roman numerals provide a unique way to express numbers, allowing for a rich historical connection to ancient cultures.
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What is the Roman numeral for 31?a)XXXIb)XXXIIc)XXXIIId)XXXIVCorrect a...
Understanding Roman Numerals
Roman numerals are a numeral system originating in ancient Rome, using combinations of letters from the Latin alphabet. Each letter has a specific value, and they are combined to represent numbers.
Values of Roman Numerals
- I = 1
- V = 5
- X = 10
- L = 50
- C = 100
- D = 500
- M = 1000
Breaking Down the Number 31
To convert the number 31 into Roman numerals, we break it into parts:
- 30 can be represented as XXX (10 + 10 + 10)
- 1 is represented as I
Thus, 31 is expressed as:
- XXX (30) + I (1) = XXXI
Answer Explanation
Looking at the options provided:
- a) XXXI (Correct)
- b) XXXII (31 + 1 = 32)
- c) XXXIII (31 + 2 = 33)
- d) XXXIV (31 + 3 = 34)
The correct choice is option A, which stands for 31.
Conclusion
Understanding Roman numerals involves knowing the values assigned to each letter and how to combine them. For the number 31, the representation is clearly XXXI, following the pattern of adding the values together correctly.