Multiple choice

The value of CXLIX is?

  1. 49

  2. 99

  3. 149

  4. 999

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

CXLIX is broken down into C (100), XL (40, which is 10 before 50), and IX (9, which is 1 before 10). Summing these values gives 100 + 40 + 9 = 149.