Math Problem Statement

solve the f13th in Binet's formula

Solution

To solve for the F13F_{13}th term in Binet's formula, we will use Binet's formula for the Fibonacci sequence. Binet's formula is given by:

Fn=φnψn5F_n = \frac{\varphi^n - \psi^n}{\sqrt{5}}

Where:

  • φ=1+52\varphi = \frac{1 + \sqrt{5}}{2} (the golden ratio)
  • ψ=152\psi = \frac{1 - \sqrt{5}}{2}
  • nn is the term number in the Fibonacci sequence.

For F13F_{13}, we substitute n=13n = 13 into Binet's formula:

F13=φ13ψ135F_{13} = \frac{\varphi^{13} - \psi^{13}}{\sqrt{5}}

Let’s calculate it step by step.The 13th Fibonacci number F13F_{13} calculated using Binet's formula is 233.

Would you like more details on the calculation, or do you have any other questions?

Here are some related questions:

  1. What is Binet's formula, and why does it work for Fibonacci numbers?
  2. How do you derive Binet's formula?
  3. Can Binet's formula be used for non-integer values of nn?
  4. What is the significance of the golden ratio φ\varphi in Fibonacci numbers?
  5. How do Fibonacci numbers appear in nature?
  6. Can Binet's formula be used to compute very large Fibonacci numbers?
  7. What is the error when approximating Fibonacci numbers with Binet's formula?
  8. How does Binet's formula compare to other methods for calculating Fibonacci numbers?

Tip: Binet's formula provides an exact solution for Fibonacci numbers, but for large values of nn, numerical precision can be an issue.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Fibonacci Sequence
Binet's Formula
Golden Ratio

Formulas

Binet's formula

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Advanced High School