Last updated on May 20th, 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 4.
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 4 can be written as 4³, which is the exponential form. Or it can also be written in arithmetic form as 4 × 4 × 4.
In order to check whether a number is a cube number or not, we can use the following three methods: multiplication method, a factor formula (a³), or by using a calculator. These three methods will help kids cube the numbers faster and easier without feeling confused or stuck while evaluating the answers.
The multiplication method is a process in mathematics used to find the product of 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. 4³ = 4 × 4 × 4
Step 2: You get 64 as the answer. Hence, the cube of 4 is 64.
The formula (a + b)³ is a binomial formula for finding the cube of a number. The formula is expanded as a³ + 3a²b + 3ab² + b³.
Step 1: Split the number 4 into two parts, as 2 and 2.
Let a = 2 and b = 2, so a + b = 4
Step 2: Now, apply the formula (a + b)³ = a³ + 3a²b + 3ab² + b³
Step 3: Calculate each term
a³ = 2³
3a²b = 3 × 2² × 2
3ab² = 3 × 2 × 2²
b³ = 2³
Step 4: Add all the terms together:
(a + b)³ = a³ + 3a²b + 3ab² + b³ (2 + 2)³
= 2³ + 3 × 2² × 2 + 3 × 2 × 2² + 2³ 4³
= 8 + 24 + 24 + 8 4³
= 64
Step 5: Hence, the cube of 4 is 64.
To find the cube of 4 using a calculator, input the number 4 and use the cube function (if available) or multiply 4 × 4 × 4. This operation calculates the value of 4³, resulting in 64. It’s a quick way to determine the cube without manual computation.
Step 1: Ensure the calculator is functioning properly.
Step 2: Press 4
Step 3: If the calculator has a cube function, press it to calculate 4³.
Step 4: If there is no cube function on the calculator, simply multiply 4 three times manually.
Step 5: The calculator will display 64.
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