742 in Roman Numerals
742 in Roman numerals is DCCXLII, and is spelled seven hundred forty-two.
How to write 742 in Roman numerals
To write 742 in Roman numerals, combine DCC (700), XL (40) and II (2) to get DCCXLII.
The numeral DCCXLII is read from left to right, from the largest value to the smallest, adding each symbol as you go. It uses subtractive notation — XL — where a smaller symbol placed before a larger one is subtracted rather than added (for example, XL means 50 − 10 = 40).
| Value | Roman |
|---|---|
| 700 | DCC |
| 40 | XL |
| 2 | II |
| 742 | DCCXLII |
Facts about the number 742
- 742 is an even number.
- 742 is a composite number. Its prime factorization is 2 × 7 × 53.
- The digits of 742 add up to 13.
- 742 has 8 divisors.
742 in other number systems
| Decimal | 742 |
| Roman | DCCXLII |
| Binary | 1011100110 |
| Octal | 1346 |
| Hexadecimal | 2E6 |
Frequently asked questions
How do you write 742 in Roman numerals?
742 is written as DCCXLII in Roman numerals.
What does the Roman numeral DCCXLII mean?
DCCXLII represents the number 742 (seven hundred forty-two).
Is 742 a prime number?
No, 742 is a composite number.
What is 742 in binary and hexadecimal?
742 is 1011100110 in binary and 2E6 in hexadecimal.
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