When did the 1st century BC start and end?
Q: When did the 1st century BC start and end?
A: The 1st century BC started on January 1, 100 BC and ended on December 31, 1 BC.
Q: Is there another name for the 1st century BC?
A: Yes, an alternative name for this century is the last century BC.
Q: Does the AD/BC notation use a year zero?
A: No, the AD/BC notation does not use a year zero.
Q: How is '2 BC' represented in scientific notation?
A: In scientific notation, '2 BC' is represented as 'year −1' using a minus sign.
Q: Is '2 BC' a positive or negative value in scientific notation?
A: '2 BC' is represented as a negative value in scientific notation.
Q: Why is '2 BC' represented with a minus sign in scientific notation?
A: '2 BC' is represented with a minus sign in scientific notation because there is no year zero and the numbering system jumps from 1 BC to AD 1.
Q: Can you add and subtract AD/BC years without converting them to scientific notation?
A: Yes, you can add and subtract AD/BC years without converting them to scientific notation, as long as you keep in mind that there is no year zero.
