Python math.pow() Method

Math Methods : Find the value of 9 raised to the power of 3

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)