Last updated on May 26th, 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 the cube of 159.
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 159 can be written as 159³, which is the exponential form. Or it can also be written in arithmetic form as, 159 × 159 × 159.
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. 159³ = 159 × 159 × 159
Step 2: You get 4,016,319 as the answer. Hence, the cube of 159 is 4,016,319.
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 159 into two parts, as 150 and 9. Let a = 150 and b = 9, so a + b = 159
Step 2: Now, apply the formula (a + b)³ = a³ + 3a²b + 3ab² + b³
Step 3: Calculate each term
a³ = 150³
3a²b = 3 × 150² × 9
3ab² = 3 × 150 × 9²
b³ = 9³
Step 4: Add all the terms together:
(a + b)³ = a³ + 3a²b + 3ab² + b³
(150 + 9)³ = 150³ + 3 × 150² × 9 + 3 × 150 × 9² + 9³
159³ = 3,375,000 + 607,500 + 36,450 + 729
159³ = 4,016,319
Step 5: Hence, the cube of 159 is 4,016,319.
To find the cube of 159 using a calculator, input the number 159 and use the cube function (if available) or multiply 159 × 159 × 159. This operation calculates the value of 159³, resulting in 4,016,319. 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 5 and 9
Step 3: If the calculator has a cube function, press it to calculate 159³.
Step 4: If there is no cube function on the calculator, simply multiply 159 three times manually.
Step 5: The calculator will display 4,016,319.
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 159?
The cube of 159 is 4,016,319, and the cube root of 159 is approximately 5.398.
First, let’s find the cube of 159.
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 159³ = 4,016,319
Next, we must find the cube root of 159 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 ∛159 ≈ 5.398
Hence the cube of 159 is 4,016,319, and the cube root of 159 is approximately 5.398.
If the side length of the cube is 159 cm, what is the volume?
The volume is 4,016,319 cm³.
Use the volume formula for a cube V = Side³.
Substitute 159 for the side length: V = 159³ = 4,016,319 cm³.
How much larger is 159³ than 100³?
159³ – 100³ = 3,016,319.
First, find the cube of 159³, that is 4,016,319 Next, find the cube of 100³, which is 1,000,000
Now, find the difference between them using the subtraction method.
4,016,319 – 1,000,000 = 3,016,319
Therefore, 159³ is 3,016,319 larger than 100³.
If a cube with a side length of 159 cm is compared to a cube with a side length of 50 cm, how much larger is the volume of the larger cube?
The volume of the cube with a side length of 159 cm is 4,016,319 cm³.
To find its volume, we multiply the side length by itself three times (since it’s a 3-dimensional object).
Cubing 159 means multiplying 159 by itself three times: 159 × 159 = 25,281, and then 25,281 × 159 = 4,016,319.
The unit of volume is cubic centimeters (cm³) because we are calculating the space inside the cube.
Therefore, the volume of the cube is 4,016,319 cm³.
Estimate the cube of 158.9 using the cube of 159.
The cube of 158.9 is approximately 4,016,319.
First, identify the cube of 159, The cube of 159 is 159³ = 4,016,319.
Since 158.9 is only a tiny bit less than 159, the cube of 158.9 will be almost the same as the cube of 159.
The cube of 158.9 is approximately 4,016,319 because the difference between 158.9 and 159 is very small.
So, we can approximate the value as 4,016,319.
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