40 in Roman numerals is XL. See the conversion explained and download a free XL number card for classroom slides and teaching materials.
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40 = XL
XL represents 40. XL use the subtraction rule because a smaller symbol comes before a larger one. Together, the value is 40.
Try it in class
Cover 40 on the card and ask learners to read XL.
Explain the conversion: XL represents 40. XL use the subtraction rule because a smaller symbol comes before a larger one. Together, the value is 40.
Compare two number cards. Which represents the larger number, and how can you tell?
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