A numeral system (or system of numeration) is a system for expressing numbers; using digits or other symbols in a consistent manner. The number the numeral represents is called its value.The most commonly used system of numerals is the Hindu–Arabic numeral system which was invented by Indian mathematicians.The International number system is another method of representing numbers. In International numbering system also, different periods are formed to read the large numbers easily. The periods used here are ones, thousand and millions etc.International system of numeration:As per International numeration system, the first comma is placed after the hundreds place. Commas are then placed after every three digits.Values of the places in the International system of numeration are Ones, Tens, Hundreds, Thousands, Ten Thousands, Hundred Thousands, Millions, Ten millions and so on.1 million = 1000 thousand,1 billion = 1000 millions.Shown on the left side is a chart with the International number system. Shown on the right side is a chart with a comparison between Indian and International system:Let us consider some examples:Example 1: Using the International system, write the number; Six million, four hundred and eleven thousand, two hundred and sixty.Solution: 6,411,260.Example 2: Using the international system, read the number 7456123.Solution: 7456123- Seven million Four Hundred Fifty six thousand one hundred twenty three.Example 3: Write the number in words: 12,367,169.Solution: Twelve million, three hundred and sixty-seven thousand, one hundred and sixty-nine.Example 4: Write seven hundred forty three million eight hundred thirteen thousand two hundred fifty six in the numeral form using the international system.Solution: 743,813,256.Suggested VideosInternational System of Numeration |