Last updated on May 29th, 2025
When a number is multiplied by itself thrice, the resultant number is called the cube of a number. Cubing is used while comparing the sizes of objects or things with cubic measurements. In this topic, we shall learn about the cube of 85.
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 multiplying a negative number by itself three times results in a negative number.
The cube of 85 can be written as 85³, which is the exponential form.
Or it can also be written in arithmetic form as 85 × 85 × 85.
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. 85³ = 85 × 85 × 85
Step 2: You get 614,125 as the answer.
Hence, the cube of 85 is 614,125.
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 85 into two parts, as and . Let a = 80 and b = 5, so a + b = 85
Step 2: Now, apply the formula (a + b)³ = a³ + 3a²b + 3ab² + b³
Step 3: Calculate each term a³ = 80³ 3a²b = 3 × 80² × 5 3ab² = 3 × 80 × 5² b³ = 5³
Step 4: Add all the terms together: (a + b)³ = a³ + 3a²b + 3ab² + b³ (80 + 5)³ = 80³ + 3 × 80² × 5 + 3 × 80 × 5² + 5³ 85³ = 512,000 + 96,000 + 6,000 + 125 85³ = 614,125
Step 5: Hence, the cube of 85 is 614,125.
To find the cube of 85 using a calculator, input the number 85 and use the cube function (if available) or multiply 85 × 85 × 85. This operation calculates the value of 85³, resulting in 614,125. It’s a quick way to determine the cube without manual computation.
Step 1: Ensure the calculator is functioning properly.
Step 2: Press 8 followed by 5
Step 3: If the calculator has a cube function, press it to calculate 85³.
Step 4: If there is no cube function on the calculator, simply multiply 85 three times manually.
Step 5: The calculator will display 614,125.
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 85?
The cube of 85 is 614,125 and the cube root of 85 is approximately 4.396.
First, let’s find the cube of 85.
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 85³ = 614,125 Next, we must find the cube root of 85
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 ∛85 ≈ 4.396
Hence the cube of 85 is 614,125 and the cube root of 85 is approximately 4.396.
If the side length of the cube is 85 cm, what is the volume?
The volume is 614,125 cm³.
Use the volume formula for a cube V = Side³.
Substitute 85 for the side length: V = 85³ = 614,125 cm³.
How much larger is 85³ than 80³?
85³ – 80³ = 102,125.
First, find the cube of 85³, that is 614,125
Next, find the cube of 80³, which is 512,000
Now, find the difference between them using the subtraction method. 614,125 – 512,000 = 102,125
Therefore, 85³ is 102,125 larger than 80³.
If a cube with a side length of 85 cm is compared to a cube with a side length of 5 cm, how much larger is the volume of the larger cube?
The volume of the cube with a side length of 85 cm is 614,125 cm³.
To find its volume, we multiply the side length by itself three times (since it’s a 3-dimensional object).
Cubing 85 means multiplying 85 by itself three times: 85 × 85 = 7,225, and then 7,225 × 85 = 614,125.
The unit of volume is cubic centimeters (cm³), because we are calculating the space inside the cube.
Therefore, the volume of the cube is 614,125 cm³.
Estimate the cube of 84.9 using the cube of 85.
The cube of 84.9 is approximately 614,125.
First, identify the cube of 85,
The cube of 85 is 85³ = 614,125.
Since 84.9 is only a tiny bit less than 85, the cube of 84.9 will be almost the same as the cube of 85.
The cube of 84.9 is approximately 614,125 because the difference between 84.9 and 85 is very small.
So, we can approximate the value as 614,125.
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