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Ordering Roman Numerals

Order Roman Numerals from least to greatest.
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Practice Questions

  1. I, III, II
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    I, II, III

  2. V, IV, VI
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    IV, V, VI

  3. X, IX, XI
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    IX, X, XI

  4. L, XL, XXX
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    XXX, XL, L

  5. C, XC, CX
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    XC, C, CX

Quick Tip
I = 1 V = 5 X = 10 L = 50 C = 100 D = 500 M = 1,000
Teacher Resources
Teaching Notes

Have students convert all numbers to standard form before ordering.

Vocabulary
Order: Arrange from least to greatest or vice versa.
Least to greatest: Starting with the smallest number.
Common Mistakes
  • Misinterpreting subtractive notation (IV vs VI).
  • Confusing similar-looking numerals.
  • Incorrectly converting mental values.
  • Ordering without converting first.
Differentiation
SupportProvide a Roman numeral-to-standard chart.
ChallengeInclude numerals up to C or D.
Discussion Questions
  • How do you determine the value of a Roman numeral?
  • Where do we still see Roman numerals used today?
  • What are the advantages and disadvantages of this system?
  • How does ordering Roman numerals compare to ordering regular numbers?
Extension Activities
  • Order Roman numeral dates.
  • Create Roman numeral number lines.
  • Sort Roman numerals.
Parent Tip

Have your child order family members by age using Roman numerals.

Learning Path
Skill Cluster

Number Systems

Estimated Time

25 minutes

Skills Practiced
Roman logic puzzles