The surface area of a cube is given by the formula: 6s2

where s is the side of the cube.

Calculate the surface area of a cube of side (s) = LaTeX: \frac{1}{2}1 2

(Tip #1: 6s2 is the same as 6 . s2)

(Tip #2: always put a fraction in paranthesis when elevating it to a power; it is easier to see what to do next)

(Tip #3: always simplify the end result if possible)