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 in comparing sizes of objects or things with cubic measurements. In this topic, we shall learn about cubes of 246.
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 246 can be written as 2463, which is the exponential form.
Or it can also be written in arithmetic form as, 246 × 246 × 246.
In order to check whether a number is a cube number or not, we can use the following three methods, such as 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 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. 2463 = 246 × 246 × 246
Step 2: You get 14,860,344 as the answer.
Hence, the cube of 246 is 14,860,344.
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 246 into two parts, as 240 and 6. Let a = 240 and b = 6, so a + b = 246
Step 2: Now, apply the formula (a + b)3 = a3 + 3a2b + 3ab2 + b3
Step 3: Calculate each term a^3 = 240^3 3a^2b = 3 × 240^2 × 6 3ab^2 = 3 × 240 × 6^2 b^3 = 6^3
Step 4: Add all the terms together: (a + b)3 = a3 + 3a2b + 3ab2 + b3 (240 + 6)3 = 2403 + 3 × 2402 × 6 + 3 × 240 × 62 + 63 2463 = 13,824,000 + 103,680 + 25,920 + 216 246^3 = 14,860,344
Step 5: Hence, the cube of 246 is 14,860,344.
To find the cube of 246 using a calculator, input the number 246 and use the cube function (if available) or multiply 246 × 246 × 246. This operation calculates the value of 2463, resulting in 14,860,344. It’s a quick way to determine the cube without manual computation.
Step 1: Ensure the calculator is functioning properly.
Step 2: Press 2 followed by 4 and 6.
Step 3: If the calculator has a cube function, press it to calculate 2463.
Step 4: If there is no cube function on the calculator, simply multiply 246 three times manually.
Step 5: The calculator will display 14,860,344.
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 246?
The cube of 246 is 14,860,344 and the cube root of 246 is approximately 6.274.
First, let’s find the cube of 246.
We know that 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 2463 = 14,860,344 Next, we must find the cube root of 246
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 ∛246 ≈ 6.274
Hence, the cube of 246 is 14,860,344 and the cube root of 246 is approximately 6.274.
If the side length of the cube is 246 cm, what is the volume?
The volume is 14,860,344 cm³.
Use the volume formula for a cube V = Side3.
Substitute 246 for the side length: V = 2463 = 14,860,344 cm³.
How much larger is 246^3 than 200^3?
2463 – 2003 = 10,860,344.
First, find the cube of 2463, that is 14,860,344
Next, find the cube of 2003, which is 8,000,000
Now, find the difference between them using the subtraction method. 14,860,344 – 8,000,000 = 6,860,344
Therefore, the 2463 is 6,860,344 larger than 2003.
If a cube with a side length of 246 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 246 cm is 14,860,344 cm³.
To find its volume, we multiply the side length by itself three times (since it’s a 3-dimensional object).
Cubing 246 means multiplying 246 by itself three times: 246 × 246 = 60,516, and then 60,516 × 246 = 14,860,344.
The unit of volume is cubic centimeters (cm³), because we are calculating the space inside the cube.
Therefore, the volume of the cube is 14,860,344 cm³.
Estimate the cube 245.5 using the cube 246.
The cube of 245.5 is approximately 14,860,344.
First, identify the cube of 246,
The cube of 246 is 2463 = 14,860,344.
Since 245.5 is only a tiny bit less than 246, the cube of 245.5 will be almost the same as the cube of 246.
The cube of 245.5 is approximately 14,860,344 because the difference between 245.5 and 246 is very small.
So, we can approximate the value as 14,860,344.
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