JohnRich 4 #1 August 22, 2008 How come when you write a dollar value, the dollar sign goes in front of the number, while at the same time, when we write a value in cents, the cent sign goes after the number? For example: $50 50¢When we speak these values verbally, as "50 dollars" or "50 cents", the number comes first in both cases, followed by the symbol. So shouldn't they instead be written the same way they're spoken, like: 50$ 50¢Inquiring minds want to know... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
turtlespeed 226 #2 August 22, 2008 QuoteHow come when you write a dollar value, the dollar sign goes in front of the number, while at the same time, when we write a value in cents, the cent sign goes after the number? For example: $50 50¢When we speak these values verbally, as "50 dollars" or "50 cents", the number comes first in both cases, followed by the symbol. So shouldn't they instead be written the same way they're spoken, like: 50$ 50¢Inquiring minds want to know... I believe it is because the proper syntax for writing dollars as numerals is $50.00 and $0.50. making the "cent" sign unique, and was probably more widely used when a cent actually added up to something considered valuable.I'm not usually into the whole 3-way thing, but you got me a little excited with that. - Skymama BTR #1 / OTB^5 Official #2 / Hellfish #408 / VSCR #108/Tortuga/Orfun Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
millertime24 8 #3 August 22, 2008 QuoteI believe it is because the proper syntax for writing dollars as numerals is $50.00 and $0.50. Thats how I do it. Very rarely is it ever seen the other way. I do remember a few general stores that had hand written price tags on the merchandise with the ¢ format on them (usually items under $1.00).Muff #5048 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SansSuit 1 #4 August 23, 2008 Where are you seeing cents signs? I can't remember the last time I saw one in print anywhere. Peace, -Jeff.Peace, -Dawson. http://www.SansSuit.com The Society for the Advancement of Naked Skydiving Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shermanator 4 #5 August 23, 2008 i forgot that the cent sign even existed! I don't think i have seen it since around 3rd grade.CLICK HERE! new blog posted 9/21/08 CSA #720 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
