we have

we know that
The volume of a cube is equal to

where
b is the length side of a cube
Using a graph tool------> find the roots of the polynomial
see the attached figure
x=4
so

therefore
<u>The answer is</u>
the length side of a cube is equal to (x-4)
Just subtract 27 from 31.25
31.25-27=4.25
Brandon must cut 4.25 seconds
(X x 6) = (X x 8) -4
Ps. Make sure yoi dont times the (X x 8) by -4 the -4 is by itself.
I personally found it easier thinking if there is a difference of 4 between 6 x X and 8x X then it must be 2x2 as the difference between 6 and 8 is 2. therefore 4 divided by 2 = 2 and 2 x 2 = 4
Therefore x = 2