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Cube of 178

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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 178.

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Cube of 178

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 178 can be written as 178³, which is the exponential form. Or it can also be written in arithmetic form as, 178 × 178 × 178.

 

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How to Calculate the Value of Cube of 178

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.

 

  1. By Multiplication Method
  2. Using a Formula
  3. Using a Calculator
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By Multiplication Method

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. 178³ = 178 × 178 × 178

 

Step 2: You get 5,648,952 as the answer. Hence, the cube of 178 is 5,648,952.

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Using a Formula (a³)

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 178 into two parts, for example, as 170 and 8.

 

Let a = 170 and b = 8, so a + b = 178

 

Step 2: Now, apply the formula (a + b)³ = a³ + 3a²b + 3ab² + b³

 

Step 3: Calculate each term a³ = 170³ 3a²b = 3 × 170² × 8 3ab² = 3 × 170 × 8² b³ = 8³

 

Step 4: Add all the terms together: (a + b)³ = a³ + 3a²b + 3ab² + b³

 

(170 + 8)³ = 170³ + 3 × 170² × 8 + 3 × 170 × 8² + 8³

 

178³ = 4,913,000 + 554,880 + 32,640 + 512

 

178³ = 5,648,952

 

Step 5: Hence, the cube of 178 is 5,648,952.

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Using a Calculator

To find the cube of 178 using a calculator, input the number 178 and use the cube function (if available) or multiply 178 × 178 × 178. This operation calculates the value of 178³, resulting in 5,648,952. 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 7 and 8

 

Step 3: If the calculator has a cube function, press it to calculate 178³.

 

Step 4: If there is no cube function on the calculator, simply multiply 178 three times manually.

 

Step 5: The calculator will display 5,648,952.

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Tips and Tricks for the Cube of 178

  • The cube of any even number is always even, while the cube of any odd number is always odd.

 

  • 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.
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Common Mistakes to Avoid When Calculating the Cube of 178

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:

Mistake 1

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Incorrect Multiplication

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Kids might multiply the numbers only twice. That is, 178 × 178 and not 178 × 178 × 178.

 

Always remember that 178³ = 178 × 178 × 178.

Mistake 2

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Misunderstanding the Cube Formula

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There is a possibility that kids might be confused between the formulas of square numbers and cube numbers. The square number formula is (a + b)² and the cube number formula is (a + b)³. Always review the formula for the difference between squaring and cubing.

Mistake 3

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Calculator Misuse

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Kids might press the wrong buttons, such as using the square (x²) function instead of the cube (x³) function or skipping steps in manual multiplication. Always double-check your inputs on the calculator, and if it lacks a cube function, perform the multiplication in steps.

Mistake 4

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Misplacing Zeros

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Misplacing zeros during manual multiplication leads to incorrect results like 564,895 instead of 5,648,952. For this, kids should always double-check their answers.

Mistake 5

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Ignoring the Binomial Formula

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Kids might attempt to split the 178 into 170 + 8, but not apply the correct binomial expansion. In order to avoid this, carefully calculate each term step-by-step during the application of the formula.

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Solved Examples on Cube of 178

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Problem 1

What is the cube and cube root of 178?

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The cube of 178 is 5,648,952 and the cube root of 178 is approximately 5.643.

Explanation

First, let’s find the cube of 178.

 

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 178³ = 5,648,952

 

Next, we must find the cube root of 178 We know that the cube root of a number ‘x’, such that ³√x = y Where ‘x’ is the given number, and y is the cube root value of the number

 

So, we get ³√178 ≈ 5.643

 

Hence the cube of 178 is 5,648,952 and the cube root of 178 is approximately 5.643.

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Problem 2

If the side length of a cube is 178 cm, what is the volume?

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The volume is 5,648,952 cm³.

Explanation

Use the volume formula for a cube V = Side³.

 

Substitute 178 for the side length: V = 178³ = 5,648,952 cm³.

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Problem 3

How much larger is 178³ than 170³?

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178³ – 170³ = 735,952.

Explanation

First find the cube of 178³, which is 5,648,952

 

Next, find the cube of 170³, which is 4,913,000

 

Now, find the difference between them using the subtraction method.

 

5,648,952 – 4,913,000 = 735,952

 

Therefore, 178³ is 735,952 larger than 170³.

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Problem 4

If a cube with a side length of 178 cm is compared to a cube with a side length of 8 cm, how much larger is the volume of the larger cube?

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The volume of the cube with a side length of 178 cm is 5,648,952 cm³.

Explanation

To find its volume, we multiply the side length by itself three times (since it’s a 3-dimensional object).

 

Cubing 178 means multiplying 178 by itself three times: 178 × 178 = 31,684, and then 31,684 × 178 = 5,648,952.

 

The unit of volume is cubic centimeters (cm³), because we are calculating the space inside the cube.

 

Therefore, the volume of the cube is 5,648,952 cm³.

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Problem 5

Estimate the cube of 177.9 using the cube of 178.

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The cube of 177.9 is approximately 5,648,952.

Explanation

First, identify the cube of 178, The cube of 178 is 178³ = 5,648,952.

 

Since 177.9 is only a tiny bit less than 178, the cube of 177.9 will be almost the same as the cube of 178.

 

The cube of 177.9 is approximately 5,648,952 because the difference between 177.9 and 178 is very small.

 

So, we can approximate the value as 5,648,952.

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FAQs on Cube of 178

1.What are the perfect cubes up to 178?

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2.How do you calculate 178³?

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3.What is the meaning of 178³?

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4.What is the cube root of 178?

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5.Is 178 a perfect cube?

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Important Glossaries for Cube of 178

  • Binomial Formula: It is an algebraic expression used to expand the powers of a number, written as (a + b)ⁿ, where ‘n’ is a positive integer raised to the base. The formula is used to find the square and cube of a number.

 

  • Cube of a Number: Multiplying a number by itself three times is called the cube of a number.

 

  • Exponential Form: It is a way of expressing numbers using a base and an exponent (or power), where the exponent value indicates how many times the base is multiplied by itself. For example, 2³ represents 2 × 2 × 2 equals 8.

 

  • Volume: The amount of space that a substance or object occupies, or that is enclosed within a container, especially when great. For a cube, it is calculated as the cube of its side length.

 

  • Perfect Cube: A number that can be expressed as the cube of an integer. Examples include 1, 8, 27, 64, and 125.
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