Last updated on May 30th, 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 cubes of 230.
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 230 can be written as 230³, which is the exponential form.
Or it can also be written in arithmetic form as, 230 × 230 × 230.
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.
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. 230³ = 230 × 230 × 230
Step 2: You get 12,167,000 as the answer.
Hence, the cube of 230 is 12,167,000.
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 230 into two parts, as 200 and 30. Let a = 200 and b = 30, so a + b = 230
Step 2: Now, apply the formula (a + b)³ = a³ + 3a²b + 3ab² + b³
Step 3: Calculate each term a³= 200³ 3a²b = 3 × 200² × 30 3ab² = 3 × 200 × 30² b³ = 30³
Step 4: Add all the terms together: (a + b)³ = a³ + 3a²b + 3ab² + b³ (200 + 30)³ = 200³ + 3 × 200² × 30 + 3 × 200 × 30² + 30³ 230³ = 8,000,000 + 3,600,000 + 1,080,000 + 27,000 230³ = 12,167,000
Step 5: Hence, the cube of 230 is 12,167,000.
To find the cube of 230 using a calculator, input the number 230 and use the cube function (if available) or multiply 230 × 230 × 230. This operation calculates the value of 230³, resulting in 12,167,000. It’s a quick way to determine the cube without manual computation.
Step 1: Ensure the calculator is functioning properly.
Step 2: Press 2 followed by 3 and 0
Step 3: If the calculator has a cube function, press it to calculate 230³.
Step 4: If there is no cube function on the calculator, simply multiply 230 three times manually.
Step 5: The calculator will display 12,167,000.
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 230?
The cube of 230 is 12,167,000, and the cube root of 230 is approximately 6.129.
First, let’s find the cube of 230.
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 230³ = 12,167,000. Next, we must find the cube root of 230.
We know that the cube root of a number ‘x’ is 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√230 ≈ 6.129
Hence, the cube of 230 is 12,167,000, and the cube root of 230 is approximately 6.129.
If the side length of the cube is 230 cm, what is the volume?
The volume is 12,167,000 cm³.
Use the volume formula for a cube V = Side³.
Substitute 230 for the side length: V = 230³ = 12,167,000 cm³.
How much larger is 230³ than 200³?
230³ – 200³ = 4,167,000.
First, find the cube of 230, which is 12,167,000.
Next, find the cube of 200, which is 8,000,000.
Now, find the difference between them using the subtraction method. 12,167,000 – 8,000,000 = 4,167,000
Therefore, 230³ is 4,167,000 larger than 200³.
If a cube with a side length of 230 cm is compared to a cube with a side length of 30 cm, how much larger is the volume of the larger cube?
The volume of the cube with a side length of 230 cm is 12,167,000 cm³
To find its volume, we multiply the side length by itself three times (since it’s a 3-dimensional object).
Cubing 230 means multiplying 230 by itself three times: 230 × 230 × 230 = 12,167,000.
The unit of volume is cubic centimeters (cm³), because we are calculating the space inside the cube.
Therefore, the volume of the cube is 12,167,000 cm³.
Estimate the cube 229.9 using the cube 230.
The cube of 229.9 is approximately 12,167,000.
First, identify the cube of 230,
The cube of 230 is 230³ = 12,167,000.
Since 229.9 is only a tiny bit less than 230, the cube of 229.9 will be almost the same as the cube of 230.
The cube of 229.9 is approximately 12,167,000 because the difference between 229.9 and 230 is very small.
So, we can approximate the value as 12,167,000.
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