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Last updated on April 2nd, 2025
A number that, when multiplied by itself three times, gives the original number, is its cube root. Cube roots have various applications, such as in calculating the side length of a cube given its volume. We will now find the cube root of 621 and explain the methods used.
We know the definition of the cube root. It's represented using the radical sign (∛) and the exponent ⅓. In exponential form, ∛621 is written as 621(1/3). The cube root operation is the inverse of taking a cube. For example, if 'y' is the cube root of 621, then y3 = 621. Since the cube root of 621 is not an exact integer, it can be approximated as 8.518.
Finding the cube root of a number involves identifying the number that, when multiplied by itself three times, equals the original number. We will explore different methods to find the cube root of 621. Common methods include: -
Since 621 is not a perfect cube, we will use Halley’s method.
Let's find the cube root of 621 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 = 621; x = 8
∛a ≅ 8((83 + 2 × 621) / (2 × 83 + 621))
∛621 ≅ 8((512 + 1242) / (1024 + 621))
∛621 ≅ 8.518
The cube root of 621 is approximately 8.518.
Finding the cube root of a number accurately can be challenging. Here are common mistakes made and ways to avoid them:
Imagine you have a cube-shaped object with a total volume of 621 cubic centimeters. Find the length of one side, which is equal to its cube root.
Side of the cube = ∛621 ≈ 8.52 units
To find the side of the cube,
calculate the cube root of the volume.
Therefore, the side length of the cube is approximately 8.52 units.
A company produces 621 cubic meters of a material. Calculate the amount of material left after using 300 cubic meters.
The amount of material left is 321 cubic meters.
To find the remaining material,
subtract the used material from the total amount:
621 - 300 = 321 cubic meters.
A tank holds 621 cubic meters of liquid. Another tank holds a volume of 200 cubic meters. What would be the total volume if the tanks are combined?
The total volume of the combined tanks is 821 cubic meters.
Add the volumes of both tanks:
621 + 200 = 821 cubic meters.
When the cube root of 621 is multiplied by 3, calculate the resultant value. How will this affect the cube of the new value?
3 × 8.52 ≈ 25.56
The cube of 25.56 ≈ 16,681.5
Multiplying the cube root of 621 by 3 significantly increases the volume because the cube increases exponentially.
Find ∛(305 + 316).
∛(305 + 316) = ∛621 ≈ 8.52
As shown in the question,
∛(305 + 316) simplifies to ∛621.
Calculating the cube root gives approximately 8.52.
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