I'm wondering why the abbreviation 'mm' is often used to represent million. Is there a specific reason or historical background for this notation?
            
            
            
            
            
            
           
          
          
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    Tommaso
    Thu Nov 07 2024
   
  
    The resemblance to roman numerals stops at a certain point.
  
  
 
            
            
  
    
    MysticMoon
    Wed Nov 06 2024
   
  
    This discrepancy is crucial to understand, especially when dealing with numbers in various contexts.
  
  
 
            
            
  
    
    Giuseppe
    Wed Nov 06 2024
   
  
    When we see MM in roman numerals, it signifies a value quite different from its financial interpretation.
  
  
 
            
            
  
    
    ShintoBlessing
    Wed Nov 06 2024
   
  
    Specifically, MM in roman numerals stands for two thousand.
  
  
 
            
            
  
    
    SsamziegangSerenadeMelodyHarmony
    Wed Nov 06 2024
   
  
    In contrast, in financial terms and contexts, MM often represents one million.