Summary
The Math.pow() function returns the base to the exponent power, that is, baseexponent.
Syntax
Math.pow(base, exponent)Parameters
base- The base number.
exponent- The exponent used to raise the
base.
Description
Because pow() is a static method of Math, you always use it as Math.pow(), rather than as a method of a Math object you created (Math is no constructor).
Examples
Example: Using Math.pow()
Math.pow(7, 2); // 49
Specifications
| Specification | Status | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| ECMAScript 1st Edition. | Standard | Initial definition. Implemented in JavaScript 1.0. |
| ECMAScript 5.1 (ECMA-262) The definition of 'Math.pow' in that specification. |
Standard | |
| ECMAScript 6 (ECMA-262) The definition of 'Math.pow' in that specification. |
Draft |
Browser compatibility
| Feature | Chrome | Firefox (Gecko) | Internet Explorer | Opera | Safari |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basic support | (Yes) | (Yes) | (Yes) | (Yes) | (Yes) |
| Feature | Android | Chrome for Android | Firefox Mobile (Gecko) | IE Mobile | Opera Mobile | Safari Mobile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basic support | (Yes) | (Yes) | (Yes) | (Yes) | (Yes) | (Yes) |