Math Problem Statement
Use Binet's formula and a calculator to find the 15th, 25th, and 35th Fibonacci numbers.
Solution
Binet's formula for the Fibonacci sequence is given by:
where:
- is the -th Fibonacci number,
- is the golden ratio (approximately 1.618),
- is approximately -0.618.
Now let's calculate the 15th, 25th, and 35th Fibonacci numbers using this formula.
1. 15th Fibonacci number ():
2. 25th Fibonacci number ():
3. 35th Fibonacci number ():
Let me calculate these values for you using Binet's formula.Using Binet's formula, the Fibonacci numbers are:
Let me know if you'd like further details or clarifications.
Here are five related questions to deepen your understanding:
- What are the first 10 Fibonacci numbers using Binet’s formula?
- How does Binet’s formula work for large Fibonacci numbers, say for ?
- Can you prove Binet’s formula using the properties of the Fibonacci sequence?
- What is the relationship between the golden ratio and the Fibonacci sequence?
- Can you explain how the error term behaves in Binet's approximation for small ?
Tip: Binet’s formula provides an exact solution but relies on floating-point approximations, so it's best suited for moderate-sized Fibonacci numbers.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Number Theory
Fibonacci Sequence
Golden Ratio
Formulas
Binet's formula: F(n) = (phi^n - (1 - phi)^n) / sqrt(5)
Golden Ratio: phi = (1 + sqrt(5)) / 2
Theorems
Binet's formula for Fibonacci numbers
Relationship between Fibonacci numbers and the Golden Ratio
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 9-12