The Power Function - HP 12C Platinum Owner's Handbook Manual

178 Appendix B: Algebraic Mode (ALG)

The Power Function

Pressing q calculates a power of a number, that is, y
function +, q requires two numbers:
1. Key in the base number (which is designated by the y on the key).
2. Press q and key in the exponent (which is designated by the x on the key)
3. Press } to calculate the power.
To Calculate Keystrokes (ALG mode)
2q1.4}
2
1.4
2q1.4Þ}
2
–1.4
2Þq3}
(–2)
3
3
2q3y}
or 2
2 1/3
. Like the arithmetic
x
Display
2.64
0.38
–8.00
1.26