Last updated on May 28th, 2025
When a number is multiplied by itself thrice, the resultant number is called the cube of a number. Cubing is used while comparing sizes of objects or things with cubic measurements. In this topic, we shall learn about the cube of 1.
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 1 can be written as 1³, which is the exponential form.
Or it can also be written in arithmetic form as, 1 × 1 × 1.
In order to check whether a number is a cube number or not, we can use the following three methods: the multiplication method, a factor formula (a³), 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.
The multiplication method is a process in mathematics used to find the product of numbers 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. 1³ = 1 × 1 × 1
Step 2: You get 1 as the answer.
Hence, the cube of 1 is 1.
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 1 into two parts, as 0 and 1. Let a = 0 and b = 1, so a + b = 1
Step 2: Now, apply the formula (a + b)³ = a³ + 3a²b + 3ab² + b³
Step 3: Calculate each term a³ = 0³ 3a²b = 3 × 0² × 1 3ab² = 3 × 0 × 1² b³ = 1³
Step 4: Add all the terms together: (a + b)³ = a³ + 3a²b + 3ab² + b³ (0 + 1)³ = 0³ + 3 × 0² × 1 + 3 × 0 × 1² + 1³ 1³ = 0 + 0 + 0 + 1 1³ = 1
Step 5: Hence, the cube of 1 is 1.
To find the cube of 1 using a calculator, input the number 1 and use the cube function (if available) or multiply 1 × 1 × 1. This operation calculates the value of 1³, resulting in 1. It’s a quick way to determine the cube without manual computation.
Step 1: Ensure the calculator is functioning properly.
Step 2: Press 1
Step 3: If the calculator has a cube function, press it to calculate 1³.
Step 4: If there is no cube function on the calculator, simply multiply 1 three times manually.
Step 5: The calculator will display 1.
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 1?
The cube of 1 is 1 and the cube root of 1 is 1.
First, let’s find the cube of 1.
We know that the cube of a number, such that x³ = y
Where x is the given number, and y is the cubed value of that number
So, we get 1³ = 1 Next, we must find the cube root of 1
We know that the cube root of a number ‘x’, such that ³√x = y
Where ‘x’ is the given number, and y is the cube root value of the number
So, we get ³√1 = 1 Hence the cube of 1 is 1 and the cube root of 1 is 1.
If the side length of the cube is 1 cm, what is the volume?
The volume is 1 cm³.
Use the volume formula for a cube V = Side³.
Substitute 1 for the side length: V = 1³ = 1 cm³.
How much larger is 1³ than 0³?
1³ - 0³ = 1.
First, find the cube of 1³, that is 1
Next, find the cube of 0³, which is 0
Now, find the difference between them using the subtraction method. 1 - 0 = 1
Therefore, 1³ is 1 larger than 0³.
If a cube with a side length of 1 cm is compared to a cube with a side length of 0.5 cm, how much larger is the volume of the larger cube?
The volume of the cube with a side length of 1 cm is 1 cm³
To find its volume, we multiply the side length by itself three times (since it’s a 3-dimensional object).
Cubing 1 means multiplying 1 by itself three times: 1 × 1 = 1, and then 1 × 1 = 1.
The unit of volume is cubic centimeters (cm³) because we are calculating the space inside the cube.
Therefore, the volume of the cube is 1 cm³.
Estimate the cube 0.9 using the cube 1.
The cube of 0.9 is approximately 0.729.
First, identify the cube of 1, The cube of 1 is 1³ = 1.
Since 0.9 is less than 1, the cube of 0.9 will be less than the cube of 1.
The cube of 0.9 is approximately 0.729 because the difference between 0.9 and 1 affects the cubed result.
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