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37 Write or spell numbers in the following styles. |
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Always spell out a number when it begins a sentence. If the number is very long, try to rewrite the sentence so that it isn’t in the beginning. |
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Be inclined to spell out numbers of one or two words. |
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Spell out numbers when they are used in dialogue. |
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Common fraction like “a half” or “three quarters” should be spelled out when not used in a mathematical sense. |
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b) Don’t spell out numbers in the following situations: |
Always use numerals with numbers that have decimals. |
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Use numerals when using numbers in a mathematical sense. |
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Use numerals with numbers of three or more words |
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Be inclined to use numerals with dates. |
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c) In a few situations, custom demands the use of Roman Numerals. |
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