23 in Roman Numerals

23 in Roman numerals is written as XXIII. The Roman numeral system was used in ancient Rome, and it is still used today in clocks, book chapters, and movie titles. Instead of numbers such as 1, 2, and 3, it uses letters such as I, V, X, L, C, D, and M to represent the values. Number 23 is written XXIII because X = 10, X = 10, and III = 3. Therefore, XXIII = 10 + 10 + 3 = 23.

In this article, you will learn how to write 23 in Roman numerals, understand the rules behind it, see examples, and find out the numbers nearby for better understanding.

Table of Contents

• How to Write 23 in Roman Numerals?
• Roman Numeral Chart Around 23
• Solved Examples
• Fun Facts
• Practice Questions
• FAQs on 23 in Roman Numerals

How to Write 23 in Roman Numerals?

Let's see step by step how to write 23 in Roman numerals:

• Break number 23 in parts: 23 = 20 + 3

• Write Roman numerals for each part:

• 20 = XX

• 3 = III

• Combine them: XX + III = XXIII

• Therefore, 23 = XXIII in Roman numerals.
  
  

Roman Numeral Chart Around 23

Solved Examples 

Example 1: Convert the sum of XVII (17) and VI (6) to Roman numerals.

• 17 + 6 = 23

• Therefore, 23 = XXIII in Roman numerals.

Example 2: A student scored XV (15) marks in mathematics and VIII (8) marks in English. Express total marks in Roman numerals.

• 15 + 8 = 23

• Therefore, the total is XXIII.

Example 3: Subtract VII (7) from XXX (30). Write results in Roman numerals.

• 30 – 7 = 23

• Therefore, 23 = XXIII.

Example 4: If a shop owner sold XII (12) apples in the morning and XI (11) in the evening, how many apples did he sell in total? Express in Roman numerals.

• 12 + 11 = 23

• Then 23 is XXIII in Roman numerals.

Example 5: Multiply II (2) by X (10) and add III (3). Write results in Roman numerals.

• (2 × 10) + 3 = 20 + 3 = 23

• Thus 23 = XXIII.
  
  

Fun Facts

• 23 is written as XXIII, which is made up entirely of additional rules (no subtraction).

• There is no symbol of zero in the Roman numeral system.

• Roman numerals are still used for numbering kings and queens, such as Henry XXIII, and in sports events such as the XXIII Olympic Games.

• Finally, the combination "III" at the end shows the addition of three individual units to make the 23.
  
  

Practice Questions

1. Write 23 in Roman numerals.

2. What are the Roman numerals for 20 + 3?

3. Subtract VII (7) from XXX (30) and express in Roman numerals.

4. Write the next three numbers after 23 in Roman numerals.

5. Add XV (15) and VIII (8) and expressions in Roman numerals.

FAQs on 23 in Roman Numerals

1. How do you write 23 in Roman numerals?

Answer: 23 in Roman numerals is written as XXIII, where XX = 20 and III = 3.

2. How to form 23 in Roman numerals?

Answer: In Roman numerals, 23 is formed by adding XX (20) and III (3). No subtraction rules have been used in this number.

3. What number will come in Roman numerals before 23?

Answer: The number before 23 is 22, which is written as XXII in Roman numerals.

4. Which number comes after 23 in Roman numerals?

Answer: The number after 23 is 24, written in Roman numerals as XXIV.

5. Do Roman numerals have a zero (0)?

Answer: No, Roman numerals do not include a symbol for zero. The system only represents positive whole numbers when using letters.