Last updated on May 30th, 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 cubes of 13.
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 multiplying a negative number by itself three times results in a negative number.
The cube of 13 can be written as 13³, which is the exponential form. Or it can also be written in arithmetic form as 13 × 13 × 13.
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 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 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. 13³ = 13 × 13 × 13
Step 2: You get 2,197 as the answer. Hence, the cube of 13 is 2,197.
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 13 into two parts, as 10 and 3. Let a = 10 and b = 3, so a + b = 13
Step 2: Now, apply the formula (a + b)³ = a³ + 3a²b + 3ab² + b³
Step 3: Calculate each term
a³ = 10³
3a²b = 3 × 10² × 3
3ab² = 3 × 10 × 3²
b³ = 3³
Step 4: Add all the terms together:
(a + b)³ = a³ + 3a²b + 3ab² + b³
(10 + 3)³ = 10³ + 3 × 10² × 3 + 3 × 10 × 3² + 3³
13³ = 1,000 + 900 + 270 + 27
13³ = 2,197
Step 5: Hence, the cube of 13 is 2,197.
To find the cube of 13 using a calculator, input the number 13 and use the cube function (if available) or multiply 13 × 13 × 13. This operation calculates the value of 13³, resulting in 2,197. 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 3
Step 3: If the calculator has a cube function, press it to calculate 13³.
Step 4: If there is no cube function on the calculator, simply multiply 13 three times manually.
Step 5: The calculator will display 2,197.
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 13?
The cube of 13 is 2,197 and the cube root of 13 is approximately 2.351.
First, let’s find the cube of 13.
We know that 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 13³ = 2,197
Next, we must find the cube root of 13 We know that 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√13 ≈ 2.351
Hence the cube of 13 is 2,197 and the cube root of 13 is approximately 2.351.
If the side length of the cube is 13 cm, what is the volume?
The volume is 2,197 cm³.
Use the volume formula for a cube V = Side³.
Substitute 13 for the side length: V = 13³ = 2,197 cm³.
How much larger is 13³ than 10³?
13³ – 10³ = 1,197.
First find the cube of 13³, that is 2,197
Next, find the cube of 10³, which is 1,000
Now, find the difference between them using the subtraction method. 2,197 – 1,000 = 1,197
Therefore, the 13³ is 1,197 larger than 10³.
If a cube with a side length of 13 cm is compared to a cube with a side length of 3 cm, how much larger is the volume of the larger cube?
The volume of the cube with a side length of 13 cm is 2,197 cm³.
To find its volume, we multiply the side length by itself three times (since it’s a 3-dimensional object).
Cubing 13 means multiplying 13 by itself three times: 13 × 13 = 169, and then 169 × 13 = 2,197.
The unit of volume is cubic centimeters (cm³), because we are calculating the space inside the cube.
Therefore, the volume of the cube is 2,197 cm³.
Estimate the cube of 12.9 using the cube of 13.
The cube of 12.9 is approximately 2,197.
First, identify the cube of 13. The cube of 13 is 13³ = 2,197.
Since 12.9 is only a tiny bit less than 13, the cube of 12.9 will be almost the same as the cube of 13.
The cube of 12.9 is approximately 2,197 because the difference between 12.9 and 13 is very small.
So, we can approximate the value as 2,197.
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