Last updated on May 26th, 2025
When a number is multiplied by itself thrice, the resultant number is called the cube of a number. Cubing is used when comparing sizes of objects or things with cubic measurements. In this topic, we shall learn about cubes of 160.
A cube number is a value obtained by raising a number to the power of 3, or by multiplying the number by itself three times. When you cube a positive number, the result is always positive. When you cube a negative number, the result is always negative. This is because a negative number multiplied by itself three times results in a negative number. The cube of 160 can be written as \(160^3\), which is the exponential form. Or it can also be written in arithmetic form as, 160 × 160 × 160.
To check whether a number is a cube number or not, we can use the following three methods: multiplication method, a factor formula (\(a^3\)), or by using a calculator. These three methods will help kids to cube the numbers faster and easier without feeling confused or stuck while evaluating the answers. By Multiplication Method Using a Formula Using a Calculator
The multiplication method is a process in mathematics used to find the product of two numbers or quantities by combining them through repeated addition. It is a fundamental operation that forms the basis for more complex mathematical concepts. Step 1: Write down the cube of the given number. \(160^3 = 160 × 160 × 160\) Step 2: You get 4,096,000 as the answer. Hence, the cube of 160 is 4,096,000.
The formula \((a + b)^3\) is a binomial formula for finding the cube of a number. The formula is expanded as \(a^3 + 3a^2b + 3ab^2 + b^3\). Step 1: Split the number 160 into two parts, such as 100 and 60. Let \(a = 100\) and \(b = 60\), so \(a + b = 160\). Step 2: Now, apply the formula \((a + b)^3 = a^3 + 3a^2b + 3ab^2 + b^3\). Step 3: Calculate each term. \(a^3 = 100^3\) \(3a^2b = 3 × 100^2 × 60\) \(3ab^2 = 3 × 100 × 60^2\) \(b^3 = 60^3\) Step 4: Add all the terms together: \((a + b)^3 = a^3 + 3a^2b + 3ab^2 + b^3\) \((100 + 60)^3 = 100^3 + 3 × 100^2 × 60 + 3 × 100 × 60^2 + 60^3\) \(160^3 = 1,000,000 + 1,080,000 + 1,080,000 + 216,000\) \(160^3 = 4,096,000\) Step 5: Hence, the cube of 160 is 4,096,000.
To find the cube of 160 using a calculator, input the number 160 and use the cube function (if available) or multiply 160 × 160 × 160. This operation calculates the value of \(160^3\), resulting in 4,096,000. It’s a quick way to determine the cube without manual computation. Step 1: Ensure the calculator is functioning properly. Step 2: Press 1 followed by 6 then 0. Step 3: If the calculator has a cube function, press it to calculate \(160^3\). Step 4: If there is no cube function on the calculator, simply multiply 160 three times manually. Step 5: The calculator will display 4,096,000.
The cube of any even number is always even, while the cube of any odd number is always odd. The product of two or more perfect cube numbers is always a perfect cube. A perfect cube can always be expressed as the product of three identical groups of equal prime factors.
There are some typical errors that kids might make during the process of cubing a number. Let us take a look at five of the major mistakes that kids might make:
What is the cube and cube root of 160?
The cube of 160 is 4,096,000 and the cube root of 160 is approximately 5.429.
First, let’s find the cube of 160. We know that the cube of a number, such that \(x^3 = y\) Where \(x\) is the given number, and \(y\) is the cubed value of that number So, we get \(160^3 = 4,096,000\) Next, we must find the cube root of 160. We know that the cube root of a number ‘x’, such that \(\sqrt[3]{x} = y\) Where ‘x’ is the given number, and ‘y’ is the cube root value of the number So, we get \(\sqrt[3]{160} \approx 5.429\) Hence the cube of 160 is 4,096,000 and the cube root of 160 is approximately 5.429.
If the side length of a cube is 160 cm, what is the volume?
The volume is 4,096,000 cm³.
Use the volume formula for a cube \(V = \text{Side}^3\). Substitute 160 for the side length: \(V = 160^3 = 4,096,000 \, \text{cm}^3\).
How much larger is \(160^3\) than \(100^3\)?
\(160^3 - 100^3 = 3,096,000\).
First, find the cube of \(160^3\), which is 4,096,000. Next, find the cube of \(100^3\), which is 1,000,000. Now, find the difference between them using the subtraction method. 4,096,000 - 1,000,000 = 3,096,000 Therefore, \(160^3\) is 3,096,000 larger than \(100^3\).
If a cube with a side length of 160 cm is compared to a cube with a side length of 30 cm, how much larger is the volume of the larger cube?
The volume of the cube with a side length of 160 cm is 4,096,000 cm³.
To find its volume, we multiply the side length by itself three times (since it’s a 3-dimensional object). Cubing 160 means multiplying 160 by itself three times: 160 × 160 = 25,600, and then 25,600 × 160 = 4,096,000. The unit of volume is cubic centimeters (cm³), because we are calculating the space inside the cube. Therefore, the volume of the cube is 4,096,000 cm³.
Estimate the cube of 159.9 using the cube of 160.
The cube of 159.9 is approximately 4,096,000.
First, identify the cube of 160. The cube of 160 is \(160^3 = 4,096,000\). Since 159.9 is only a tiny bit less than 160, the cube of 159.9 will be almost the same as the cube of 160. The cube of 159.9 is approximately 4,096,000 because the difference between 159.9 and 160 is very small. So, we can approximate the value as 4,096,000.
Binomial Formula: An algebraic expression used to expand the powers of a number, written as \((a + b)^n\), where ‘n’ is a positive integer raised to the base. The formula is used to find the square and cube of a number. Cube of a Number: Multiplying a number by itself three times is called the cube of a number. Exponential Form: A way of expressing numbers using a base and an exponent (or power), where the exponent value indicates how many times the base is multiplied by itself. For example, \(2^3\) represents 2 × 2 × 2 equals 8. Perfect Cube: A number that can be expressed as the cube of an integer. For example, 27 is a perfect cube because it is 3 cubed. Cube Root: The number that, when multiplied by itself three times, gives the original number. For example, the cube root of 27 is 3.
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