# POW

The POWER function returns the result of a number raised to a specified power. It calculates the value obtained by multiplying the number by itself the given number of times. This function is commonly used in mathematical, financial, and scientific calculations involving exponential growth or scaling.

### Syntax

```javascript
POW(value,power)
```

### Arguments

value – The base number, it can be a number or node (Required).

power – The exponent to which the value is raised (Required).

### Example

```javascript
POW(COLUMN1, 3)
```

In the example below, the *Pow Values* measure is created using the **POW** function, which raises the values in *MEASURE 2* to the power of 3.

<figure><img src="/files/p4rn4eWggthHWfX79wAJ" alt=""><figcaption><p>Applying POW Function</p></figcaption></figure>

### Excel equivalent

[POWER](https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/office/power-function-d3f2908b-56f4-4c3f-895a-07fb519c362a)


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