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CENTURY

Century

Definition Of Century

A period of hundred years is called a Century.

More About Century

10 decades is equivalent to one century.

Example of Century

The years from 2000 to 2099 is called the 21st century.

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Solved Example onCentury

Ques: How many centuries are there in a millennium?

Choices:

A. 10
B. 100
C. 1000
D. 1
Correct Answer: A

Solution:

Step 1: A century is a time period of 100 years.
Step 2: 1 Millennium = 1000 years = 10 × 100 years = 10 centuries [As 100 years = 1 century]. 

Quick Summary

  • A century is 100 years.
  • A century is equal to 10 decades.
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🍎 Teacher Insights

Use visual aids like timelines to help students understand the concept of a century. Relate it to historical events to make it more engaging.

🎓 Prerequisites

  • Years
  • Decades
  • Basic Arithmetic

Check Your Knowledge

Q1: How many centuries are there in a millennium?

Q2: Which of the following time periods is equivalent to a century?

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How many years are in a century?
A: There are 100 years in a century.

Q: How many decades are in a century?
A: There are 10 decades in a century.

Q: What years are included in the 21st century?
A: The 21st century includes the years 2001 to 2100.

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