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Cube Root of 3600

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A number we multiply by itself three times to get the original number is its cube root. It is used in various real-life applications, such as determining the dimensions of cube-shaped objects and in architecture. We will now find the cube root of 3600 and explore the methods used to calculate it.

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What is the Cube Root of 3600?

We have learned the definition of the cube root. Now, let’s learn how it is represented using a symbol and exponent. The symbol we use to express the cube root is the radical sign (∛), and the exponent we use is ⅓.

 

In exponential form, ∛3600 is written as 3600(1/3). The cube root is just the opposite operation of finding the cube of a number. Since the cube root of 3600 is not an exact value, we can write it as approximately 15.273.

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Finding the Cube Root of 3600

Finding the cube root of a number involves identifying the number that must be multiplied three times to result in the target number. Now, we will go through the different ways to find the cube root of 3600. The common methods we follow to find the cube root are given below:

  •  Prime factorization method
  •  Approximation method
  •  Subtraction method
  •  Halley’s method

 

To find the cube root of a non-perfect cube number, we often use Halley’s method. Since 3600 is not a perfect cube, we use Halley’s method.

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Cube Root of 3600 by Halley’s method

Let's find the cube root of 3600 using Halley’s method.

The formula is: ∛a ≅ x((x³ + 2a) / (2x³ + a))

where: a = the number for which the cube root is being calculated

 x = the nearest perfect cube

Substituting, a = 3600;

x = 15

∛a ≅ 15((15³ + 2 × 3600) / (2 × 15³ + 3600))

∛3600 ≅ 15((3375 + 7200) / (6750 + 3600))

∛3600 ≅ 15.273

The cube root of 3600 is approximately 15.273.

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Problem 1

Imagine you have a cube-shaped container that has a total volume of 3600 cubic centimeters. Find the length of one side of the container.

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Explanation

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Problem 2

A company manufactures 3600 cubic meters of material. Calculate the amount of material left after using 1200 cubic meters.

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Explanation

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Problem 3

A storage tank holds 3600 cubic meters of water. Another tank holds a volume of 800 cubic meters. What would be the total volume if the tanks are combined?

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Problem 4

When the cube root of 3600 is multiplied by 2, calculate the resultant value. How will this affect the cube of the new value?

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Problem 5

Find ∛(4600 + 4600).

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Explanation

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FAQs on 3600 Cube Root

1.Can we find the Cube Root of 3600?

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2.Why is the Cube Root of 3600 irrational?

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3.Is it possible to get the cube root of 3600 as an exact number?

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4.Can we find the cube root of any number using prime factorization?

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5.Is there any formula to find the cube root of a number?

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Important Glossaries for Cube Root of 3600

  • Cube root: The number that is multiplied three times by itself to get the given number is the cube root of that number.

 

  • Perfect cube: A number is a perfect cube when it is the product of multiplying a number three times by itself. A perfect cube always results in a whole number. For example: 2 × 2 × 2 = 8, therefore, 8 is a perfect cube.

 

  • Exponent: The exponent form of a number denotes the number of times a number can be multiplied by itself. In 3600(1/3), ⅓ is the exponent which denotes the cube root of 3600.

 

  • Radical sign: The symbol that is used to represent a root, expressed as (∛).

 

  • Irrational number: Numbers that cannot be put in fractional forms are irrational. For example, the cube root of 3600 is irrational because its decimal form continues infinitely without repeating.
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