Display Title
Definition--Rationals and Radicals--Cube Root
Display Title
Definition--Rationals and Radicals--Cube Root
Cube Root
Topic
Rationals and Radicals
Definition
The cube root of a number is a value that, when multiplied by itself three times, gives the original number.
Description
The cube root is a fundamental concept in Radical Numbers, Expressions, Equations, and Functions. It is the inverse operation of raising a number to the power of three. Understanding cube roots is crucial for solving equations involving cubic terms and for simplifying radical expressions.
Cube roots also appear in various real-world applications, such as calculating volumes and in certain physics equations. They are an integral part of higher-level mathematics, including algebra and calculus.
For a complete collection of terms related to polynomials click on this link: Rationals and Radicals Collection
| Common Core Standards | CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.HSA.REI.A.2, CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.HSN.RN.A.1, CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.HSF.IF.C.7 |
|---|---|
| Grade Range | 8 - 12 |
| Curriculum Nodes |
Algebra • Radical Expressions and Functions • Radical Expressions |
| Copyright Year | 2013 |
| Keywords | radicals, radical expressions, rational numbers, rational expressions, definitions, glossary term, rational functions |
