Last updated on June 16th, 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 969.
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 969 can be written as 969³, which is the exponential form. Or it can also be written in arithmetic form as 969 × 969 × 969.
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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 children to cube 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. 969³ = 969 × 969 × 969
Step 2: You get 909,853,209 as the answer. Hence, the cube of 969 is 909,853,209.
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 969 into two parts. Let a = 960 and b = 9, so a + b = 969
Step 2: Now, apply the formula (a + b)³ = a³ + 3a²b + 3ab² + b³
Step 3: Calculate each term
a³ = 960³
3a²b = 3 × 960² × 9
3ab² = 3 × 960 × 9²
b³ = 9³
Step 4: Add all the terms together:
(a + b)³ = a³ + 3a²b + 3ab² + b³
(960 + 9)³ = 960³ + 3 × 960² × 9 + 3 × 960 × 9² + 9³
969³ = 884,736,000 + 248,832 + 23,328 + 729
969³ = 909,853,209
Step 5: Hence, the cube of 969 is 909,853,209.
To find the cube of 969 using a calculator, input the number 969 and use the cube function (if available) or multiply 969 × 969 × 969. This operation calculates the value of 969³, resulting in 909,853,209. It’s a quick way to determine the cube without manual computation.
Step 1: Ensure the calculator is functioning properly.
Step 2: Enter 969
Step 3: If the calculator has a cube function, press it to calculate 969³.
Step 4: If there is no cube function on the calculator, simply multiply 969 three times manually.
Step 5: The calculator will display 909,853,209.
There are some typical errors that children might make during the process of cubing a number. Let us take a look at five of the major mistakes that children might make:
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What is the cube and cube root of 969?
The cube of 969 is 909,853,209, and the cube root of 969 is approximately 9.902.
First, let’s find the cube of 969.
We know that the cube of a number is such that x³ = y, where x is the given number, and y is the cubed value of that number.
So, we get 969³ = 909,853,209.
Next, we must find the cube root of 969.
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 ∛969 ≈ 9.902.
Hence, the cube of 969 is 909,853,209, and the cube root of 969 is approximately 9.902.
If the side length of a cube is 969 cm, what is the volume?
The volume is 909,853,209 cm³.
Use the volume formula for a cube V = Side³.
Substitute 969 for the side length: V = 969³ = 909,853,209 cm³.
How much larger is 969³ than 800³?
969³ − 800³ = 496,853,209.
First, find the cube of 969³, which is 909,853,209.
Next, find the cube of 800³, which is 512,000,000.
Now, find the difference between them using the subtraction method.
909,853,209 − 512,000,000 = 496,853,209.
Therefore, 969³ is 496,853,209 larger than 800³.
If a cube with a side length of 969 cm is compared to a cube with a side length of 100 cm, how much larger is the volume of the larger cube?
The volume of the cube with a side length of 969 cm is 909,853,209 cm³.
To find its volume, we multiply the side length by itself three times (since it’s a 3-dimensional object).
Cubing 969 means multiplying 969 by itself three times: 969 × 969 = 938,961, and then 938,961 × 969 = 909,853,209.
The unit of volume is cubic centimeters (cm³) because we are calculating the space inside the cube.
Therefore, the volume of the cube is 909,853,209 cm³.
Estimate the cube 968 using the cube of 969.
The cube of 968 is approximately 909,853,209.
First, identify the cube of 969.
The cube of 969 is 969³ = 909,853,209.
Since 968 is only a tiny bit less than 969, the cube of 968 will be almost the same as the cube of 969.
The cube of 968 is approximately 909,853,209 because the difference between 968 and 969 is very small.
So, we can approximate the value as 909,853,209.
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