16 in Roman numerals is XVI. See the conversion explained and download a free XVI number card for classroom slides and teaching materials.
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UNDERSTAND THE IMAGE
16 = XVI
X + V + I represents 10 + 5 + 1. The symbols run from larger to smaller, so their values are added. Together, the value is 16.
Try it in class
Cover 16 on the card and ask learners to read XVI.
Explain the conversion: X + V + I represents 10 + 5 + 1. The symbols run from larger to smaller, so their values are added. Together, the value is 16.
Compare two number cards. Which represents the larger number, and how can you tell?
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