Basic Symbol Numeral System
CAT 2003 Slot 1 · QA · Easy · Number Systems
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Directions for questions 51 to 53: Answer the questions on the basis of the information given below.
The seven basic symbols in a certain numeral system and their respective values are as follows:
In general, the symbols in the numeral system are read from left to right, starting with the symbol representing the largest value; the same symbol cannot occur continuously more than three times; the value of the numeral is the sum of the values of the symbols. For example, .
An exception to the left-to-right reading occurs when a symbol is followed immediately by a symbol of greater value; then the smaller value is subtracted from the larger. For example, .
Question 1 of 3
The value of the numeral MDCCLXXXVII is
- A.
1687
- B.
1787
- C.
1887
- D.
1987
B
Explanation
.
Question 2 of 3
The value of the numeral MCMXCIX is
- A.
1999
- B.
1899
- C.
1989
- D.
1889
A
Explanation
.
Question 3 of 3
Which of the following represent the numeral for 1995? I. MCMLXXV II. MCMXCV III. MVD IV. MVM
- A.
Only I and II
- B.
Only III and IV
- C.
Only II and IV
- D.
Only IV
C
Explanation
II: . IV: . Hence, II and IV are correct.
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