Roman 1002: Cracking the Code of Ancient Numbers
Ah, Roman numerals. They seem so simple at first glance – I, V, X, L, C, D, M. But throw in a tricky clue and those seemingly straightforward symbols can morph into a cryptic puzzle.
This week’s crossword challenge throws us a curveball in the form of a Roman numeral:
Roman 1002
.
Don’t let the seemingly straightforward number fool you! This clue is all about understanding the unique rules of Roman numeral notation.
At first glance, you might be tempted to simply write down “MII” – representing 1000, 1, and 1. But hold on! There’s a trick to this puzzle.
Roman numerals have their own special rules. The most important thing to remember is that
smaller numbers placed before a larger number are subtracted
.
This means that
CM
represents 900 (C = 100, M = 1000).
Think back to your elementary school days when you learned about Roman numerals. Or perhaps you’ve stumbled upon them in a history book or a movie.
The key to solving this clue is understanding the Roman numeral system. Remember those smaller numbers subtracting from larger numbers?
Keep these rules in mind as you work through the clue.
I have a feeling this one will be a bit of a brain teaser! But don’t worry, with a little bit of focus and a touch of Roman numeral know-how, you’ll crack this clue in no time.
Good luck, crossword aficionados!
Available Answers:
MII.
Last seen on the crossword puzzle: Eugene Sheffer – King Feature Syndicate Crossword – Sep 17 2024