ℹ️ Powers of i Calculator

Calculate powers of the imaginary unit

How to Use This Calculator

1

Enter Power

Type any integer power of i.

2

Get Result

See simplified value using the 4-cycle pattern.

Powers of i

i repeats every 4 powers

Pattern:

i⁰ = 1

i¹ = i

i² = -1

i³ = -i

i⁴ = 1 (cycle repeats)

About Powers of i Calculator

The Powers of i Calculator calculates powers of the imaginary unit i (√-1). Powers of i cycle every 4: i, -1, -i, 1.

When to Use This Calculator

  • Complex Numbers: Work with imaginary units
  • Education: Learn powers of i

Why Use Our Calculator?

  • 4-Cycle Pattern: Uses repeating pattern
  • Instant Results: Calculate quickly
  • Educational: Learn imaginary units
  • Completely Free: No registration required

Frequently Asked Questions

What is i?

i is the imaginary unit where i² = -1. It's used in complex numbers: a + bi.

Why do powers of i repeat?

Since i⁴ = 1, i⁵ = i, i⁶ = i² = -1, etc. Every 4 powers, the cycle repeats.