Q: What is an exponent calculator?
A: It’s a tool that calculates the result when a base number is raised to a power (the exponent).
Q: How do I use an exponent calculator?
A: Typically, you enter the base number, press the exponent key (often $\wedge$, $y^x$, or $x^y$), and then enter the exponent (power) before pressing = or Enter.
Q: Where is the exponent button on a calculator?
A: Look for a key labeled $\wedge$ (caret), $y^x$, or $x^y$
Q: How do I put an exponent in a calculator?
A: Enter the base, press the exponent button (e.g., $\wedge$ or $y^x$), and then enter the exponent value
Q: How do I calculate negative exponents?
A: Enter the base, press the exponent button, and then enter the negative exponent using the negative or change sign button ($-/$ or $(-)$).
Q: How do I calculate fractional exponents (or fraction exponents)?
A: Enter the base, press the exponent button, and then enter the fractional exponent, often using parentheses around the fraction (e.g., $(1/2)$ or $(a \div b)$).
Q: Can this calculator simplify exponents?
A: Yes, it calculates the simplified numerical value of an expression involving an exponent.
Q: Can this calculator handle fractions and exponents?
A: Yes, it can calculate a fractional base raised to a power, or a base raised to a fractional power
Q: Can this calculator use the laws/rules of exponents?
A: While it doesn’t typically display the ‘steps’ of the laws, it will perform calculations that follow the mathematical rules for multiplying, dividing, or raising powers to a power.
Q: Does this calculator use PEMDAS/Order of Operations?
A: Yes, standard scientific and online calculators follow the correct order of operations (like PEMDAS/BODMAS) when an expression includes exponents.