Python math.pow() Method

Python math 模块Python math Module

Python math.pow(x, y)The method returns x raised to the power of y.

If x is negative and y is not an integer, a ValueError is returned. The method converts both arguments to floating-point numbers. math.pow(1.0, x) or math.pow(x, 0.0) always returns 1.0.

Syntax

The syntax of the math.pow() method is as follows:

math.pow(x, y)

Parameter description:

  • x-- Required, a number representing the base.
  • y-- Required, a number representing the exponent.

Return Value

Returns a floating-point number representing x raised to the power of y.

Example

The following example returns 9 to the 3rd power:

Example

# Import the math package
import math

# Output 9 to the 3rd power
print(math.pow(9, 3))

Output result:

729.0

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