Frequently Asked Questions
How do negative exponents work?
A negative exponent means the reciprocal of the base raised to the positive exponent. For example, 2^(-3) = 1/(2^3) = 1/8 = 0.125.
Can I use fractional exponents?
Yes, fractional exponents represent roots. For example, 8^(1/3) equals the cube root of 8, which is 2.
What is 0 raised to the power of 0?
While mathematically debated, 0^0 is conventionally defined as 1 in most contexts, including combinatorics and computer science.
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