Power

gives x to the power y.

can be entered as .

can be entered using x6y

For complex numbers x and y, Power gives the principal value of .

is automatically converted to only if c is an integer.

is automatically converted to only if c is an integer.

See also: Exp, Log, Sqrt.

Examples

Using InstantCalculators

Here is the InstantCalculator for the Power function. Enter the parameters for your calculation and click Calculate to see the result.

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Entering Commands Directly

You can paste a template for this command via the Text Input button on the Power Function Controller.

You can calculate powers using the shorthand form.

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You can also use the Power command.

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Ordinary Mathematical Notation

Powers can also be calculated using exponential notation.

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