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0What is an Exponent?
An exponent indicates how many times a base number is multiplied by itself. For example, 2 raised to the power of 3 (written as 2³) means 2 × 2 × 2 = 8.
Exponent Formula
Result = Base^Exponent
Example: 2^3 = 2 × 2 × 2 = 8
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a negative exponent mean?
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A negative exponent means taking the reciprocal — for example, 2^-3 equals 1 / (2^3) = 0.125.
What is any number raised to the power of 0?
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Any non-zero number raised to the power of 0 equals 1, by mathematical convention.
Can I use decimal exponents?
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Yes, decimal exponents are supported and relate to roots — for example, 8^(1/3) equals the cube root of 8, which is 2.