It asks for the number that, when raised to the power of 3, equals 27.
What is the Cube Root of 27?
The cube root of 27 is 3. Calculate another value or review the exact form, nearby perfect powers, and verification.
Answer
Cube Root∛27 = 3
ExactPerfect cubeRational
Exact form3
Perfect cubeYes
Number typeRational
Verification33 ≈ 27
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How the answer is calculated
We solve x3 = 27. The resulting value is x = 3.
Verification: 33 ≈ 27.
Nearest Perfect cubes
| Position | Base | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Lower or equal | 3 | 27 |
| Upper or equal | 3 | 27 |
Number properties
Is 27 a perfect cube?
Yes. Its cube root is the whole number 3.
Is the cube root rational or irrational?
3 is rational because it is a whole number.
Visual guide
Cube Root function graph
See how the result changes as the input moves across positive and negative values. Square roots are shown for non-negative inputs; cube roots continue through negative inputs.
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The answer is exact because this input is a perfect cube.
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