Cryptocurrency Q&A Why is mm used for million?

Why is mm used for million?

Alessandro Alessandro Tue Nov 05 2024 | 5 answers 1136
I'm wondering why the abbreviation 'mm' is often used to represent million. Is there a specific reason or historical background for this notation? Why is mm used for million?

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Tommaso Tommaso Thu Nov 07 2024
The resemblance to roman numerals stops at a certain point.

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MysticMoon MysticMoon Wed Nov 06 2024
This discrepancy is crucial to understand, especially when dealing with numbers in various contexts.

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Giuseppe Giuseppe Wed Nov 06 2024
When we see MM in roman numerals, it signifies a value quite different from its financial interpretation.

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ShintoBlessing ShintoBlessing Wed Nov 06 2024
Specifically, MM in roman numerals stands for two thousand.

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SsamziegangSerenadeMelodyHarmony SsamziegangSerenadeMelodyHarmony Wed Nov 06 2024
In contrast, in financial terms and contexts, MM often represents one million.

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