In Python, is 4**3 the same, as in other languages (like excel e.g.) 4^3?

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Abhay Jajodia answered

Hello Hannes! Yes, 4**3 in Python is the same as 4^3 in Excel. This operation is known as exponentiation, which is raising a number to the power of another.

Basically,

4**3 = 4 * 4 * 4 = 64

Hope this clarifies things for you! Let me know if you have any more questions. Happy coding!

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