Exponent Calculator
Free exponent calculator — compute base raised to any power including negative and decimal exponents instantly.
Exponent Calculator
Exponent Calculator
Base raised to any exponent
Result
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Real-Life Examples
Binary power
Negative exponent
The Formula Behind It
result = base^exponentVariables
- result = base^exponent
How It Works
- Enter the base number.
- Enter the exponent (positive, negative, or decimal).
- View the result instantly.
About Exponent Calculator
The Exponent Calculator computes base raised to any exponent — positive integers, negative powers, and decimal exponents. Essential for scientific notation, compound growth, computer science (binary powers), and algebra.
Exponent Rules
Negative exponents: b⁻ⁿ = 1/bⁿ. Zero exponent: b⁰ = 1 (for b ≠ 0). Fractional exponents: b^(1/n) = ⁿ√b. Product rule: bᵐ × bⁿ = b^(m+n).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is an exponent?
An exponent shows how many times a base number is multiplied by itself. 2³ = 2 × 2 × 2 = 8.
What does a negative exponent mean?
A negative exponent means take the reciprocal. 2⁻³ = 1/2³ = 1/8 = 0.125.
What is anything to the power of zero?
Any non-zero number raised to the power of 0 equals 1. 5⁰ = 1.
Can I use decimal exponents?
Yes. Decimal exponents represent roots and powers combined. 9^0.5 = √9 = 3.
What is the difference between power and exponent?
In bⁿ, b is the base and n is the exponent. The result bⁿ is called the power.
How large can results get?
Very large exponents may produce Infinity. Use reasonable values for practical calculations.