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212. POWER Function

Learn how to raise a number to a specified power.

📘 Lesson 212 of 728 ⏱ 8 min 🎯 Intermediate

The POWER function calculates a number raised to a specified exponent.

Power calculations are useful in financial models, statistical analysis, growth calculations, and mathematical transformations.

Calculate compound growth factors using an exponent.

SQL 
SELECT
    POWER(1.05, 5) AS GrowthFactor;

POWER can be used in financial forecasting, interest calculations, scientific analysis, and mathematical models.

  • POWER raises a number to an exponent.
  • It accepts a base and exponent.
  • It is useful for growth calculations.
  • It can be used in mathematical expressions.
  • Syntax may vary slightly between databases.
What does POWER do?

POWER raises a specified base number to a specified exponent.

Where can POWER be useful?

It can be useful in financial calculations, forecasting, mathematical models, and growth analysis.

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