Math Problem Statement

Let Fib(n) be the nth term of the Fibonacci sequence, with Fib(1) = 1, Fib(2) = 1, Fib(3) = 2, and so on. 1. Find Fib(8) 2. Find Fib(19) 3. If Fib(22) = 17711 and Fib(24) = 46368, what is Fib(23)?

Solution

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1. Find Fib(8)

The Fibonacci sequence is defined as:

  • Fib(1) = 1
  • Fib(2) = 1
  • Fib(3) = 2
  • Fib(4) = 3
  • Fib(5) = 5
  • Fib(6) = 8
  • Fib(7) = 13
  • Fib(8) = 21

So, Fib(8) = 21.

2. Find Fib(19)

To find Fib(19), let's calculate further Fibonacci numbers:

  • Fib(9) = 34
  • Fib(10) = 55
  • Fib(11) = 89
  • Fib(12) = 144
  • Fib(13) = 233
  • Fib(14) = 377
  • Fib(15) = 610
  • Fib(16) = 987
  • Fib(17) = 1597
  • Fib(18) = 2584
  • Fib(19) = 4181

Thus, Fib(19) = 4181.

3. If Fib(22) = 17,711 and Fib(24) = 46,368, what is Fib(23)?

To find Fib(23), we use the property of the Fibonacci sequence, which is:

  • Fib(n) = Fib(n-1) + Fib(n-2)

We know:

  • Fib(22) = 17,711
  • Fib(24) = 46,368

So, we can calculate Fib(23) as: Fib(23)=Fib(24)Fib(22)=46,36817,711=28,657\text{Fib(23)} = \text{Fib(24)} - \text{Fib(22)} = 46,368 - 17,711 = 28,657

Thus, Fib(23) = 28,657.

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Further Questions:

  1. How can you derive the general formula for the Fibonacci sequence?
  2. How do you calculate larger Fibonacci numbers using a recursive function in Python?
  3. What is the significance of the Fibonacci sequence in nature and mathematics?
  4. Can you prove the Fibonacci sequence through induction?
  5. How does the Golden Ratio relate to the Fibonacci sequence?

Tip: When working with Fibonacci numbers, it can be useful to recognize patterns in their growth and even use matrix exponentiation for efficient calculation of very large Fibonacci numbers!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Fibonacci Sequence
Sequence Calculation

Formulas

Fib(n) = Fib(n-1) + Fib(n-2)

Theorems

Properties of Fibonacci Numbers

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 7-9