Last updated on May 29th, 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 81.
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 81 can be written as 81³, which is the exponential form.
Or it can also be written in arithmetic form as 81 × 81 × 81.
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. 81³ = 81 × 81 × 81
Step 2: You get 531,441 as the answer.
Hence, the cube of 81 is 531,441.
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 81 into two parts. Let a = 80 and b = 1, so a + b = 81
Step 2: Now, apply the formula (a + b)³ = a³ + 3a²b + 3ab² + b³
Step 3: Calculate each term a³ = 80³ 3a²b = 3 × 80² × 1 3ab² = 3 × 80 × 1² b³ = 1³
Step 4: Add all the terms together: (a + b)³ = a³ + 3a²b + 3ab² + b³ (80 + 1)³ = 80³ + 3 × 80² × 1 + 3 × 80 × 1² + 1³ 81³ = 512,000 + 19,200 + 240 + 1 81³ = 531,441
Step 5: Hence, the cube of 81 is 531,441.
To find the cube of 81 using a calculator, input the number 81 and use the cube function (if available) or multiply 81 × 81 × 81. This operation calculates the value of 81³, resulting in 531,441. It’s a quick way to determine the cube without manual computation.
Step 1: Ensure the calculator is functioning properly.
Step 2: Press 8 followed by 1
Step 3: If the calculator has a cube function, press it to calculate 81³.
Step 4: If there is no cube function on the calculator, simply multiply 81 three times manually.
Step 5: The calculator will display 531,441.
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 81?
The cube of 81 is 531,441 and the cube root of 81 is approximately 4.326.
First, let’s find the cube of 81.
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 81³ = 531,441 Next, we must find the cube root of 81
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 get ∛81 ≈ 4.326
Hence, the cube of 81 is 531,441 and the cube root of 81 is approximately 4.326.
If the side length of the cube is 81 cm, what is the volume?
The volume is 531,441 cm³.
Use the volume formula for a cube V = Side³.
Substitute 81 for the side length: V = 81³ = 531,441 cm³.
How much larger is 81³ than 40³?
81³ – 40³ = 467,441.
First, find the cube of 81³, that is 531,441
Next, find the cube of 40³, which is 64,000
Now, find the difference between them using the subtraction method. 531,441 – 64,000 = 467,441
Therefore, the 81³ is 467,441 larger than 40³.
If a cube with a side length of 81 cm is compared to a cube with a side length of 10 cm, how much larger is the volume of the larger cube?
The volume of the cube with a side length of 81 cm is 531,441 cm³.
To find its volume, we multiply the side length by itself three times (since it’s a 3-dimensional object).
Cubing 81 means multiplying 81 by itself three times: 81 × 81 = 6,561, and then 6,561 × 81 = 531,441.
The unit of volume is cubic centimeters (cm³) because we are calculating the space inside the cube.
Therefore, the volume of the cube is 531,441 cm³.
Estimate the cube 80.9 using the cube 81.
The cube of 80.9 is approximately 531,441.
First, identify the cube of 81,
The cube of 81 is 81³ = 531,441.
Since 80.9 is only a tiny bit less than 81, the cube of 80.9 will be almost the same as the cube of 81.
The cube of 80.9 is approximately 531,441 because the difference between 80.9 and 81 is very small.
So, we can approximate the value as 531,441.
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