Last updated on June 3rd, 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 331.
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 331 can be written as 331³, which is the exponential form. Or it can also be written in arithmetic form as 331 × 331 × 331.
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.
331³ = 331 × 331 × 331
Step 2: You get 36,281,791 as the answer.
Hence, the cube of 331 is 36,281,791.
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 331 into two parts, such as 300 and 31.
Let a = 300 and b = 31, so a + b = 331
Step 2: Now, apply the formula (a + b)³ = a³ + 3a²b + 3ab² + b³
Step 3: Calculate each term a³ = 300³ , 3a²b = 3 × 300² × 31 , 3ab² = 3 × 300 × 31² , b³ = 31³
Step 4: Add all the terms together:
(a + b)³ = a³ + 3a²b + 3ab² + b³
(300 + 31)³ = 300³ + 3 × 300² × 31 + 3 × 300 × 31² + 31³ 331³
= 27,000,000 + 8,370,000 + 864,300 + 29,791 331³
= 36,281,791
Step 5: Hence, the cube of 331 is 36,281,791.
To find the cube of 331 using a calculator, input the number 331 and use the cube function (if available) or multiply 331 × 331 × 331. This operation calculates the value of 331³, resulting in 36,281,791. It’s a quick way to determine the cube without manual computation.
Step 1: Ensure the calculator is functioning properly.
Step 2: Press 3 followed by 3 and then 1
Step 3: If the calculator has a cube function, press it to calculate 331³.
Step 4: If there is no cube function on the calculator, simply multiply 331 three times manually.
Step 5: The calculator will display 36,281,791.
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 331?
The cube of 331 is 36,281,791 and the cube root of 331 is approximately 6.903.
First, let’s find the cube of 331.
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 331³ = 36,281,791
Next, we must find the cube root of 331
We know that the cube root of a number ‘x’, such that √x = y
Where ‘x’ is the given number, and y is the cube root value of the number
So, we approximate the cube root of 331 using a calculator: ≈ 6.903
Hence, the cube of 331 is 36,281,791 and the cube root of 331 is approximately 6.903.
If the side length of the cube is 331 cm, what is the volume?
The volume is 36,281,791 cm³.
Use the volume formula for a cube V = Side³.
Substitute 331 for the side length: V = 331³ = 36,281,791 cm³.
How much larger is 331³ than 300³?
331³ – 300³ = 9,281,791.
First, find the cube of 331³, which is 36,281,791.
Next, find the cube of 300³, which is 27,000,000.
Now, find the difference between them using the subtraction method.
36,281,791 – 27,000,000 = 9,281,791
Therefore, 331³ is 9,281,791 larger than 300³.
If a cube with a side length of 331 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 331 cm is 36,281,791 cm³.
To find its volume, we multiply the side length by itself three times (since it’s a 3-dimensional object).
Cubing 331 means multiplying 331 by itself three times: 331 × 331 = 109,561, and then 109,561 × 331 = 36,281,791.
The unit of volume is cubic centimeters (cm³), because we are calculating the space inside the cube.
Therefore, the volume of the cube is 36,281,791 cm³.
Estimate the cube 330.5 using the cube 331.
The cube of 330.5 is approximately 36,281,791.
First, identify the cube of 331.
The cube of 331 is 331³ = 36,281,791.
Since 330.5 is only a tiny bit less than 331, the cube of 330.5 will be almost the same as the cube of 331.
The cube of 330.5 is approximately 36,281,791 because the difference between 330.5 and 331 is very small.
So, we can approximate the value as 36,281,791.
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