- A12
- B6
- C16
- D9
Step-by-Step Solution
64 small cubes means a 4 by 4 by 4 grid. Splitting one direction into 4 slices takes 3 cuts, and there are three directions: cuts. (12 counts 4 cuts per direction.)
Answer: D) 9
The pieces may not be moved or stacked between cuts. What is the least number of straight cuts needed to divide a cube into 64 identical small cubes?
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