ARABIC

The ARABIC function in Google Sheets computes the value of a Roman numeral, converting it into a standard Arabic number. Whether you're processing historical records or building a Roman numeral converter, ARABIC makes the conversion effortless. Dive into our comprehensive guide to master its application.

Parameters

• roman_numeral: The Roman numeral text to be converted to an Arabic number.

Step-by-Step Tutorial

1. Using ARABIC with a Roman numeral:

   • Example: =ARABIC("IV")
   • Result: 4

2. Using ARABIC with a longer Roman numeral:

   • Example: =ARABIC("MCMXCIX")
   • Result: 1999

Use Cases and Scenarios

1. Historical Research: Convert Roman numerals found in historical texts or dates to modern Arabic numbers.
2. Data Cleaning: Normalize a column of mixed Roman numeral entries into numeric values for calculations.
3. Education: Build spreadsheets that teach or check Roman numeral conversions.

Related Functions

• ROMAN: Formats a number as a Roman numeral.

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