72 in Roman Numerals
LXXII
72 in Roman numerals is LXXII, and is spelled seventy-two.
How to write 72 in Roman numerals
To write 72 in Roman numerals, combine LXX (70) and II (2) to get LXXII.
The numeral LXXII is read from left to right, from the largest value to the smallest, adding each symbol as you go.
| Value | Roman |
|---|---|
| 70 | LXX |
| 2 | II |
| 72 | LXXII |
Facts about the number 72
- 72 is an even number.
- 72 is a composite number. Its prime factorization is 23 × 32.
- The digits of 72 add up to 9.
- 72 has 12 divisors.
72 in other number systems
| Decimal | 72 |
| Roman | LXXII |
| Binary | 1001000 |
| Octal | 110 |
| Hexadecimal | 48 |
Frequently asked questions
How do you write 72 in Roman numerals?
72 is written as LXXII in Roman numerals.
What does the Roman numeral LXXII mean?
LXXII represents the number 72 (seventy-two).
Is 72 a prime number?
No, 72 is a composite number.
What is 72 in binary and hexadecimal?
72 is 1001000 in binary and 48 in hexadecimal.
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