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HISTORY Numeral Systems Roman Numerals

Roman Numerals

Roman numerals link ancient Rome to modern clocks and monuments worldwide

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Why is the number 4 sometimes represented as IIII instead of IV on Roman numeral clocks?

Because IIII is the original Roman numeral for 4 and IV was invented later Because IV is considered unlucky and avoided on clocks Because of a traditional preference on clock faces for visual balance and symmetry