Last updated on May 30th, 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 532.
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 532 can be written as 5323, which is the exponential form.
Or it can also be written in arithmetic form as, 532 × 532 × 532.
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 you cube the numbers faster and easier without feeling confused or stuck while evaluating the answer.
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. 5323 = 532 × 532 × 532
Step 2: Calculate the product to get the answer. Hence, the cube of 532 is 150,682,688.
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 532 into two parts, as 500 and 32. Let \(a = 500\) and \(b = 32\), so \(a + b = 532\).
Step 2: Now, apply the formula \((a + b)^3 = a^3 + 3a^2b + 3ab^2 + b^3\).
Step 3: Calculate each term: (a3 = 5003) (3a2b = 3 × 5002 × 32) (3ab2 = 3 × 500 × 322) (b3 = 323)
Step 4: Add all the terms together: (a + b)3 = a3 + 3a2b + 3ab2 + b3 (500 + 32)3 = 5003 + 3 × 5002 × 32 + 3 × 500 × 322 + 323) (5323 = 125,000,000 + 24,000,000 + 1,536,000 + 32,768) (5323 = 150,682,688)
Step 5: Hence, the cube of 532 is (150,682,688).
To find the cube of 532 using a calculator, input the number 532 and use the cube function (if available) or multiply (532 × 532 × 532). This operation calculates the value of (5323), resulting in (150,682,688). It’s a quick way to determine the cube without manual computation.
Step 1: Ensure the calculator is functioning properly.
Step 2: Press 5, then 3, followed by 2.
Step 3: If the calculator has a cube function, press it to calculate 5323.
Step 4: If there is no cube function on the calculator, simply multiply 532 three times manually.
Step 5: The calculator will display (150,682,688).
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 might occur during the process of cubing a number. Let us take a look at five of the major mistakes:
What is the cube and cube root of 532?
The cube of 532 is (150,682,688) and the cube root of 532 is approximately (8.12).
First, let’s find the cube of 532.
We know that the cube of a number is such that x3 = y,
where x is the given number and y is the cubed value of that number.
So, we get (5323 = 150,682,688). Next, we must find the cube root of 532.
We know that the cube root of a number (x) is such that (∛x = y),
where x is the given number and \(y\) is the cube root value of the number.
So, we get (∛532 ≈ 8.12).
Hence, the cube of 532 is (150,682,688) and the cube root of 532 is approximately (8.12).
If the side length of a cube is 532 cm, what is the volume?
The volume is (150,682,688cm3).
Use the volume formula for a cube (V = Side3).
Substitute 532 for the side length: (V = 5323 = 150,682,688cm3).
How much larger is \(532^3\) than \(432^3\)?
(5323 - 4323 = 92,160,320).
First, find the cube of (5323), which is (150,682,688).
Next, find the cube of 4323, which is 58,522,368.
Now, find the difference between them using the subtraction method.
150,682,688 - 58,522,368 = 92,160,320.
Therefore, 5323 is 92,160,320 larger than 4323.
If a cube with a side length of 532 cm is compared to a cube with a side length of 132 cm, how much larger is the volume of the larger cube?
The volume of the cube with a side length of 532 cm is 150,682,688cm3.
To find its volume, multiply the side length by itself three times (since it’s a 3-dimensional object).
Cubing 532 means multiplying 532 by itself three times: 532 × 532 = 283,024, and then 283,024 × 532 = 150,682,688.
The unit of volume is cubic centimeters cm3 because we are calculating the space inside the cube.
Therefore, the volume of the cube is 150,682,688cm3.
Estimate the cube of 531.9 using the cube of 532.
The cube of 531.9 is approximately 150,682,688.
First, identify the cube of 532.
The cube of 532 is 5323 = 150,682,688.
Since 531.9 is only a tiny bit less than 532, the cube of 531.9 will be almost the same as the cube of 532.
The cube of 531.9 is approximately 150,682,688 because the difference between 531.9 and 532 is very small.
So, we can approximate the value as 150,682,688.
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