Python math.pow() Method
Example
Find the value of 9 raised to the power of 3:
# Import math Library
import math
#Return the value of 9 raised
to the power of 3
print(math.pow(9, 3))
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Definition and Usage
The math.pow() method returns the value of x raised to power y.
If x is negative and y is not an integer, it returns a ValueError.
This method converts both arguments into a float.
Tip: If we use math.pow(1.0,x) or math.pow(x,0.0), it will always returns 1.0.
Syntax
math.pow(x, y)
Parameter Values
| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
| x | Required. A number which represents the base |
| y | Required. A number which represents the exponent |
Technical Details
| Return Value: | A float value, representing the value of x to the power of y (xy) |
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