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 168.
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 168 can be written as 168³, which is the exponential form. Or it can also be written in arithmetic form as 168 × 168 × 168.
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. 168³ = 168 × 168 × 168
Step 2: You get 4,741,632 as the answer. Hence, the cube of 168 is 4,741,632.
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 168 into two parts. Let a = 160 and b = 8, so a + b = 168
Step 2: Now, apply the formula (a + b)³ = a³ + 3a²b + 3ab² + b³
Step 3: Calculate each term
a³ = 160³
3a²b = 3 × 160² × 8
3ab² = 3 × 160 × 8²
b³ = 8³
Step 4: Add all the terms together:
(a + b)³ = a³ + 3a²b + 3ab² + b³
(160 + 8)³ = 160³ + 3 × 160² × 8 + 3 × 160 × 8² + 8³
168³ = 4,096,000 + 614,400 + 30,720 + 512
168³ = 4,741,632
Step 5: Hence, the cube of 168 is 4,741,632.
To find the cube of 168 using a calculator, input the number 168 and use the cube function (if available) or multiply 168 × 168 × 168. This operation calculates the value of 168³, resulting in 4,741,632. It’s a quick way to determine the cube without manual computation.
Step 1: Ensure the calculator is functioning properly.
Step 2: Press 1, then 6, followed by 8
Step 3: If the calculator has a cube function, press it to calculate 168³.
Step 4: If there is no cube function on the calculator, simply multiply 168 three times manually.
Step 5: The calculator will display 4,741,632.
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 168?
The cube of 168 is 4,741,632 and the cube root of 168 is approximately 5.528.
First, let’s find the cube of 168.
We know that the cube of a number, x³ = y Where x is the given number, and y is the cubed value of that number
So, we get 168³ = 4,741,632
Next, we must find the cube root of 168 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 ∛168 ≈ 5.528 Hence, the cube of 168 is 4,741,632 and the cube root of 168 is approximately 5.528.
If the side length of a cube is 168 cm, what is the volume?
The volume is 4,741,632 cm³.
Use the volume formula for a cube V = Side³.
Substitute 168 for the side length: V = 168³ = 4,741,632 cm³.
How much larger is 168³ than 160³?
168³ – 160³ = 645,632.
First, find the cube of 168, which is 4,741,632
Next, find the cube of 160, which is 4,096,000
Now, find the difference between them using the subtraction method.
4,741,632 – 4,096,000 = 645,632
Therefore, 168³ is 645,632 larger than 160³.
If a cube with a side length of 168 cm is compared to a cube with a side length of 8 cm, how much larger is the volume of the larger cube?
The volume of the cube with a side length of 168 cm is 4,741,632 cm³.
To find its volume, we multiply the side length by itself three times (since it’s a 3-dimensional object).
Cubing 168 means multiplying 168 by itself three times: 168 × 168 = 28,224, and then 28,224 × 168 = 4,741,632.
The unit of volume is cubic centimeters (cm³) because we are calculating the space inside the cube.
Therefore, the volume of the cube is 4,741,632 cm³.
Estimate the cube of 167.9 using the cube of 168.
The cube of 167.9 is approximately 4,741,632.
First, identify the cube of 168, The cube of 168 is 168³ = 4,741,632.
Since 167.9 is only a tiny bit less than 168, the cube of 167.9 will be almost the same as the cube of 168.
The cube of 167.9 is approximately 4,741,632 because the difference between 167.9 and 168 is very small.
So, we can approximate the value as 4,741,632.
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