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Python pow() Function

❮ Built-in Functions


Example

Return the value of 4 to the power of 3 (same as 4 * 4 * 4):

x = pow(4, 3)
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Definition and Usage

The pow() function returns the value of x to the power of y (xy).

If a third parameter is present, it returns x to the power of y, modulus z.


Syntax

pow(x, y, z)

Parameter Values

Parameter Description
x A number, the base
y A number, the exponent
z Optional. A number, the modulus

More Examples

Example

Return the value of 4 to the power of 3, modulus 5 (same as (4 * 4 * 4) % 5):

x = pow(4, 3, 5)
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❮ Built-in Functions