How to calculate exponent
bⁿ = b × b × … × b (n times) · b⁻ⁿ = 1 ÷ bⁿ
Worked example. 2^10: 1,024.
Example inputs — Base: 2; Exponent: 10. Starting values are illustrative.
= 1.0240e+3
From George Guju, founder of Calculyn · Educational calculator guidance, not professional advice.
How it works
An exponent says how many times to multiply the base by itself. Negative exponents mean 1 divided by the power; fractional exponents are roots (x^0.5 = √x).
Assumptions & limitations
- Results are rounded for display.
Formula and assumptions reviewed October 2026 by the Calculyn team. How we build our calculators
Frequently asked questions
What is anything to the power of 0?
Any non-zero number to the power of 0 equals 1.