GCSE Secondary Maths Age 13-17 - Number: Multiples, Factors & Prime Factors - Explained

The video tutorial explains how to calculate 3 raised to the power of 5, which equals 243. It demonstrates the long method of multiplying 3 by itself five times and suggests using a calculator for efficiency. The tutorial concludes with the final answer and offers tips for using the power key on calculators.

What does raising a number to the power of 5 mean?

How can you express 3 raised to the power of 5 using multiplication?

What is the result of 3 raised to the power of 5?

What method can you use if you are stuck on calculating powers?

What is the significance of the final answer in the context of this calculation?