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 the cubes of 688.
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 by itself three times results in a negative number.
The cube of 688 can be written as 688³, which is the exponential form. Or it can also be written in arithmetic form as 688 × 688 × 688.
In order to check whether a number is a cube number or not, we can use the following three methods, such as 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 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. 688³ = 688 × 688 × 688
Step 2: You get 325,125,952 as the answer. Hence, the cube of 688 is 325,125,952.
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 688 into two parts. Let a = 600 and b = 88, so a + b = 688
Step 2: Now, apply the formula (a + b)³ = a³ + 3a²b + 3ab² + b³
Step 3: Calculate each term
a³ = 600³
3a²b = 3 × 600² × 88
3ab² = 3 × 600 × 88²
b³ = 88³
Step 4: Add all the terms together:
(a + b)³ = a³ + 3a²b + 3ab² + b³
(600 + 88)³ = 600³ + 3 × 600² × 88 + 3 × 600 × 88² + 88³
688³ = 216,000,000 + 95,040,000 + 13,939,200 + 681,472
688³ = 325,125,952
Step 5: Hence, the cube of 688 is 325,125,952.
To find the cube of 688 using a calculator, input the number 688 and use the cube function (if available) or multiply 688 × 688 × 688. This operation calculates the value of 688³, resulting in 325,125,952. It’s a quick way to determine the cube without manual computation.
Step 1: Ensure the calculator is functioning properly.
Step 2: Press 6 followed by 8 and 8
Step 3: If the calculator has a cube function, press it to calculate 688³.
Step 4: If there is no cube function on the calculator, simply multiply 688 three times manually.
Step 5: The calculator will display 325,125,952.
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 688?
The cube of 688 is 325,125,952 and the cube root of 688 is approximately 8.823.
First, let’s find the cube of 688.
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 688³ = 325,125,952
Next, we must find the cube root of 688 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√688 ≈ 8.823
Hence the cube of 688 is 325,125,952 and the cube root of 688 is approximately 8.823.
If the side length of the cube is 688 cm, what is the volume?
The volume is 325,125,952 cm³.
Use the volume formula for a cube V = Side³.
Substitute 688 for the side length: V = 688³ = 325,125,952 cm³.
How much larger is 688³ than 600³?
688³ – 600³ = 109,125,952.
First, find the cube of 688³, which is 325,125,952.
Next, find the cube of 600³, which is 216,000,000.
Now, find the difference between them using the subtraction method.
325,125,952 – 216,000,000 = 109,125,952
Therefore, 688³ is 109,125,952 larger than 600³.
If a cube with a side length of 688 cm is compared to a cube with a side length of 88 cm, how much larger is the volume of the larger cube?
The volume of the cube with a side length of 688 cm is 324,444,480 cm³ larger.
To find its volume, we multiply the side length by itself three times (since it’s a 3-dimensional object).
Cubing 688 means multiplying 688 by itself three times: 688 × 688 = 473,344, and then 473,344 × 688 = 325,125,952.
Cubing 88 gives 88 × 88 = 7,744, and then 7,744 × 88 = 681,472.
Therefore, the volume difference is 325,125,952 – 681,472 = 324,444,480 cm³.
Estimate the cube 687.5 using the cube 688.
The cube of 687.5 is approximately 325,125,952.
First, identify the cube of 688, The cube of 688 is 688³ = 325,125,952.
Since 687.5 is only a tiny bit less than 688, the cube of 687.5 will be almost the same as the cube of 688.
The cube of 687.5 is approximately 325,125,952 because the difference between 687.5 and 688 is very small.
So, we can approximate the value as 325,125,952.
Jaskaran Singh Saluja is a math wizard with nearly three years of experience as a math teacher. His expertise is in algebra, so he can make algebra classes interesting by turning tricky equations into simple puzzles.
: He loves to play the quiz with kids through algebra to make kids love it.