Fibonacci Numbers - out of curiousity

In summary, the Fibonacci sequence is a series of numbers where each number is the sum of the two preceding ones. It can be represented by the equation Fn=(\phin-(1-\phi)n)/\sqrt{}5, and the greatest integer n that satisfies the equation is 8 or 9. It is believed that the sequence was originally discovered by Indian mathematician Pingala, but it was later popularized by Leonardo Fibonacci in his book "Liber Abaci."
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This are some fibonacci numbers:

0,1,1,2,3,5,...

Such that
[URL]http://upload.wikimedia.org/math/0/c/e/0cebc512d9a3ac497eda6f10203f792e.png[/URL]

with seed values
[PLAIN]http://upload.wikimedia.org/math/9/e/4/9e47cfc063b09aeee2c39ad594759dd8.png and [PLAIN]http://upload.wikimedia.org/math/9/e/4/9e47cfc063b09aeee2c39ad594759dd8.png

Find the greatest integer n that satisfy the below equation.
p.s : That should be a + instead of -
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Shouldn't those more appropriately be called the Pingala numbers?
 
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hmm.. would you tell me moer about it?
I was just trying to apply what I've learned in introductory number theory , linear algebra and calculus into fibonacci numbers...
 
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I seem to remember somebody telling me that Fibonacci published his "Liber Abaci" in 1202, but that his famous sequence was actually plagiarised form the Indian mathematician Pingala (as was common at that time).
 
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Oh. I didn't know that . I was always been told that the sequence of numbers are called fibonacci numbers. =x Thanks btw
 
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icystrike said:
This are some fibonacci numbers:

0,1,1,2,3,5,...

Such that
[URL]http://upload.wikimedia.org/math/0/c/e/0cebc512d9a3ac497eda6f10203f792e.png[/URL]

with seed values
[PLAIN]http://upload.wikimedia.org/math/9/e/4/9e47cfc063b09aeee2c39ad594759dd8.png and [PLAIN]http://upload.wikimedia.org/math/9/e/4/9e47cfc063b09aeee2c39ad594759dd8.png

Find the greatest integer n that satisfy the below equation.
p.s : That should be a + instead of -
attachment.php?attachmentid=24896&stc=1&d=1270482112.jpg
What's the equation? The attachment is still waiting to be approved.
 
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[tex]\lfloor\frac{(\frac{(F_{m}}{F_{m-1})^{k}}{2\times\frac{(F_{m}}{F_{m-1})-1}+\frac{1}{2}\rfloor = F_{k} [/tex]
 
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Fn=([itex]\phi[/itex]n-(1-[itex]\phi[/itex])n)/[itex]\sqrt{}[/itex]5

If Fn=[itex]\left\lfloor[/itex](4/9)(13/8)n-1/2[itex]\right\rfloor[/itex] then 9(Fn-1/2)/4>(13/8)n. Since 13/8>[itex]\phi[/itex], the right hand side increases faster, and the right hand side for n=10 is already greater than the left hand side. 8 and 9 are the only integer solutions.
 

Related to Fibonacci Numbers - out of curiousity

What are Fibonacci Numbers?

Fibonacci Numbers are a sequence of numbers that starts with 0 and 1, and each subsequent number is the sum of the previous two numbers. The sequence continues indefinitely, with each number being the sum of the two numbers before it.

Who discovered Fibonacci Numbers?

Fibonacci Numbers were named after Leonardo Fibonacci, an Italian mathematician who introduced the sequence in the 12th century in his book "Liber Abaci". However, the sequence was known to Indian mathematicians centuries before Fibonacci.

How are Fibonacci Numbers used in nature?

Fibonacci Numbers can be seen in many natural patterns and structures, such as the arrangement of leaves on a stem, the spiral pattern of a pinecone, and the branching of trees. These patterns are believed to result from the most efficient use of space and resources, which is achieved through the application of the Fibonacci sequence.

What is the significance of the Fibonacci sequence?

The Fibonacci sequence has numerous applications in mathematics, science, and finance. It is used to model natural phenomena, predict stock market trends, and design computer algorithms. The sequence also has connections to the golden ratio, a mathematical ratio that is considered aesthetically pleasing.

Are there any other interesting properties of Fibonacci Numbers?

One interesting property of Fibonacci Numbers is that the ratio between two consecutive numbers in the sequence gets closer and closer to the golden ratio as the sequence progresses. Additionally, every third number in the sequence is a multiple of three, and every fourth number is a multiple of four. These properties have practical applications in fields such as computer science and cryptography.

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