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 -19.
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 -19 can be written as (-19)^3, which is the exponential form. Or it can also be written in arithmetic form as -19 × -19 × -19.
To check whether a number is a cube number or not, we can use the following three methods: the multiplication method, a factor formula (a^3), or by using a calculator. These three methods will help in cubing numbers faster and easier without confusion or getting stuck while evaluating the answers. - By Multiplication Method - Using a Formula - Using a Calculator
The multiplication method is a process in mathematics used to find the product of numbers by combining them through repeated multiplication. It is a fundamental operation that forms the basis for more complex mathematical concepts. Step 1: Write down the cube of the given number. (-19)^3 = -19 × -19 × -19 Step 2: You get -6,859 as the answer. Hence, the cube of -19 is -6,859.
The formula for the cube of a number is a^3. However, for practice, we can use the binomial formula (a + b)^3, which is expanded as a^3 + 3a^2b + 3ab^2 + b^3. Step 1: Split the number -19 into two parts, as -20 and 1, so a + b = -19. Let a = -20 and b = 1. Step 2: Now, apply the formula (a + b)^3 = a^3 + 3a^2b + 3ab^2 + b^3 Step 3: Calculate each term a^3 = (-20)^3 3a^2b = 3 × (-20)^2 × 1 3ab^2 = 3 × (-20) × 1^2 b^3 = 1^3 Step 4: Add all the terms together: (a + b)^3 = a^3 + 3a^2b + 3ab^2 + b^3 (-20 + 1)^3 = (-20)^3 + 3 × (-20)^2 × 1 + 3 × (-20) × 1^2 + 1^3 (-19)^3 = -8,000 + 1,200 - 60 + 1 (-19)^3 = -6,859 Step 5: Hence, the cube of -19 is -6,859.
To find the cube of -19 using a calculator, input the number -19 and use the cube function (if available) or multiply -19 × -19 × -19. This operation calculates the value of (-19)^3, resulting in -6,859. It’s a quick way to determine the cube without manual computation. Step 1: Ensure the calculator is functioning properly. Step 2: Press 1 followed by 9 and the negative sign. Step 3: If the calculator has a cube function, press it to calculate (-19)^3. Step 4: If there is no cube function on the calculator, simply multiply -19 three times manually. Step 5: The calculator will display -6,859.
The cube of any negative number is always negative, while the cube of any positive number is always positive. 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 be made during the process of cubing a number. Let us take a look at five of the major mistakes that might occur:
What is the cube and cube root of -19?
The cube of -19 is -6,859, and the cube root of -19 is approximately -2.668.
First, let’s find the cube of -19. We know that the cube of a number is such that x^3 = y Where x is the given number, and y is the cubed value of that number. So, we get (-19)^3 = -6,859. Next, we must find the cube root of -19. 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 ∛(-19) ≈ -2.668. Hence, the cube of -19 is -6,859, and the cube root of -19 is approximately -2.668.
If the side length of a cube is -19 cm, what is the volume?
The concept of a cube with a negative side length is not physically meaningful as lengths cannot be negative. However, mathematically, the volume calculation would be -6,859 cm^3.
Use the volume formula for a cube V = Side^3. Substitute -19 for the side length: V = (-19)^3 = -6,859 cm^3. In practice, negative lengths don't apply to real objects, but mathematically, it demonstrates how the formula works.
How much larger is (-19)^3 than (-18)^3?
(-19)^3 - (-18)^3 = -1,081.
First, find the cube of (-19), which is -6,859. Next, find the cube of (-18), which is -5,778. Now, find the difference between them using the subtraction method. -6,859 - (-5,778) = -1,081. Therefore, (-19)^3 is -1,081 smaller than (-18)^3.
If a cube with a side length of -19 cm is compared to a cube with a side length of 19 cm, how much smaller is the volume of the cube with a negative side?
The volume of the cube with a side length of -19 cm is -6,859 cm^3.
To find its volume, we multiply the negative side length by itself three times. Cubing -19 means multiplying -19 by itself three times: -19 × -19 = 361, and then 361 × -19 = -6,859. The unit of volume is cubic centimeters (cm^3). Therefore, the volume of the cube is -6,859 cm^3. Note: Negative volume is a mathematical concept, not physically meaningful for real objects.
Estimate the cube of -18.9 using the cube of -19.
The cube of -18.9 is approximately -6,859.
First, identify the cube of -19, The cube of -19 is (-19)^3 = -6,859. Since -18.9 is only a tiny bit more than -19, the cube of -18.9 will be almost the same as the cube of -19. The cube of -18.9 is approximately -6,859 because the difference between -18.9 and -19 is very small. So, we can approximate the value as -6,859.
1. Cube of a Number: Multiplying a number by itself three times is called the cube of a number. 2. Exponential Form: Expressing numbers using a base and an exponent, where the exponent indicates how many times the base is multiplied by itself. E.g., (-19)^3. 3. Binomial Formula: An algebraic expression used to expand the powers of a number, written as (a + b)^n, where ‘n’ is a positive integer. 4. Perfect Cube: A number that can be expressed as the cube of an integer. 5. Cube Root: The value that, when used in a multiplication three times, gives the original number. E.g., ∛(-19) ≈ -2.668.
Jaskaran Singh Saluja is a math wizard with nearly three years of experience as a math teacher. His expertise is in algebra, so he can make algebra classes interesting by turning tricky equations into simple puzzles.
: He loves to play the quiz with kids through algebra to make kids love it.