What is the connection between this sequence and the number \pi?

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The discussion revolves around a numerical sequence and its connection to the number \(\pi\). Participants explore the sequence, propose potential next numbers, and hint at its underlying structure, which is suggested to be related to a well-known sequence.

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  • Mathematical reasoning

Main Points Raised

  • Some participants propose that the next number in the sequence is 5, while others suggest it could be -1 or 9.
  • A participant hints that the sequence is a "generally well known sequence in disguise," but does not specify which sequence.
  • Another participant clarifies that the original sequence can be transformed by adding 1 to each digit, resulting in a new sequence that is explicitly linked to the digits of \(\pi\).
  • One participant expresses confusion about the method of adding and seeks clarification.
  • Another participant humorously dismisses the discussion, suggesting that survival is more important than the numerical puzzle.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

There is no consensus on the next number in the sequence, with multiple competing views presented. The connection to \(\pi\) is acknowledged by some, but the nature of the sequence remains a topic of exploration and debate.

Contextual Notes

Participants have not fully resolved the implications of the sequence transformation or the significance of the connection to \(\pi\). There are also varying interpretations of the sequence's meaning and relevance.

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What comes next?

2,0,3,0,4,8,1,5,4,2,4,7,8,6,8,2,1,2,7,3,...

:)
 
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How about you telling us the answer?
 
Averagesupernova said:
How about you telling us the answer?
That's boring! I'll hand out a hint, though: it's a generally well known sequence in disguise, but that sequence is not generally known as a sequence...
 
Moo Of Doom said:
What comes next?

2,0,3,0,4,8,1,5,4,2,4,7,8,6,8,2,1,2,7,3,...

:)
Answer in white Add 1 to each digit. Easy as pie
 
Jimmysnyder got it. :D Good job... again :P !
 
I should have noted that the answer is 5.

You could have made the problem more difficult by giving more information. What is the next number in this sequence?

2,0,3,0,4,8,1,5,4,2,4,7,8,6,8,2,1,2,7,3,5,1,5,3,2,2,7,2,1,6,8,4,...
 
jimmysnyder said:
I should have noted that the answer is 5.

You could have made the problem more difficult by giving more information. What is the next number in this sequence?

2,0,3,0,4,8,1,5,4,2,4,7,8,6,8,2,1,2,7,3,5,1,5,3,2,2,7,2,1,6,8,4,...

Well, I tried to avoid any zeros, heh. I guess the answer could be -1, but that really doesn't seem quite right. Maybe 9?
 
how about

who gives a sh*t!

woody and survival are the
only important things in Life.
 
Here is another

zero

zero implies all other numbers.
You can't miss with my answer.
ho ho ho
 
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i don't get it, what do you meant by adding?
 
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ArielGenesis said:
i don't get it, what do you meant by adding?
Here is the original sequence:
2,0,3,0,4,8,1,5,4,2,4,7,8,6,8,2,1,2,7,3,...
Here is the same sequence obtained by adding 1 to each digit.
3,1,4,1,5,9,2,6,5,3,5,8,9,7,9,3,2,3,8,4,...
Note the connection between this sequence and the number [itex]\pi[/itex].
 

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