MDXCVI

MDXCVI is a Roman numeral. It represents the number 1196 in the Hindu-Arabic numeral system. The Roman numeral system uses letters to denote numerical values. The individual components of MDXCVI can be broken down to understand its value. 'M' signifies 1000, 'D' signifies 500, 'X' signifies 10, and 'C' signifies 100. 'V' represents 5, and 'I' represents 1.

In MDXCVI, the 'M' (1000) is followed by 'D' (500), meaning 1000 + 500 = 1500. Then, 'X' (10) precedes 'C' (100). When a smaller numeral precedes a larger numeral, it indicates subtraction. Therefore, XC means 100 - 10 = 90. Finally, 'V' (5) is followed by 'I' (1). Since the smaller numeral follows the larger, it indicates addition: VI means 5 + 1 = 6.

Combining these parts, MDXCVI is calculated as 1000 + 500 + (100 - 10) + (5 + 1) = 1500 + 90 + 6 = 1596. The interpretation of Roman numerals follows specific rules regarding the order and placement of these symbols to arrive at the correct numerical value.