Solution: Roman to Integer
Explore how to convert a Roman numeral string into its integer value by leveraging hash maps to handle both additive and subtractive numeral patterns. This lesson guides you step-by-step through creating a lookup dictionary, iterating through the string efficiently, and understanding key principles for accurate numeral conversion.
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Statement
Given a string, s, representing a Roman numeral, return the integer value of the Roman numeral.
Seven different symbols represent Roman numerals:
Symbol | Value |
I | 1 |
V | 5 |
X | 10 |
L | 50 |
C | 100 |
D | 500 |
M | 1000 |
So, in Roman numerals,