Math Problem Statement
three numbers are in ratio 1:2:3 the sum of their cubes i 62208. find the numbers
Solution
Let the three numbers be , , and , where is a common factor.
The sum of their cubes is given as 62208:
Expanding the cubes:
Simplifying:
Solving for :
Taking the cube root of both sides:
Thus, the three numbers are:
The numbers are 12, 24, and 36.
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- What is the sum of the three numbers?
- How do you find the ratio of three numbers?
- How would the solution change if the sum of cubes were different?
- Can you solve for numbers if the ratio was 2:3:4 instead?
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Algebra
Ratios
Cube of a number
Formulas
Sum of cubes formula
Cube root calculation
Theorems
Basic cube properties
Ratio properties
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 8-10