Exponent Calculator (Powers)
Exponent calculator: raise a number to any power, or find the base or exponent.
y = an
How to use this calculator
- Choose the quantity you want under “Solve for”.
- Type the known values and pick their units: any combination works.
- The result updates as you type. Open “Show the steps” to see the substitution.
aⁿ multiplies a by itself n times; negative exponents give reciprocals and fractional ones give roots.
Solving for n uses logarithms: n = ln y / ln a.
Formula
y = an
| Symbol | Quantity | Units |
|---|---|---|
| a | Base | — |
| n | Exponent | — |
| y | Result | — |
Worked example
Given: a = 2 · n = 10
y = an
Result: y = 1 024
Frequently asked questions
What is 2 to the 10th power?
2¹⁰ = 1024.