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Let a(n) be the number of ways of expressing the integer n as an ordered sum of 1's and 2's. Let b(n) be the number of ways of expressing n as an ordered sum of integers greater than 1. (i) Calculate. . . .
An iterative method for finding the value of the Golden Ratio with explanations of how this involves the ratios of Fibonacci numbers and continued fractions.
Liam's house has a staircase with 12 steps. He can go down the steps one at a time or two at time. In how many different ways can Liam go down the 12 steps?
These gnomons appear to have more than a passing connection with the Fibonacci sequence. This problem ask you to investigate some of these connections.
The well known Fibonacci sequence is 1 ,1, 2, 3, 5, 8, 13, 21.... How many Fibonacci sequences can you find containing the number 196 as one of the terms?
Build gnomons that are related to the Fibonacci sequence and try to explain why this is possible.
Second of two articles about Fibonacci, written for students.
Here are some circle bugs to try to replicate with some elegant programming, plus some sequences generated elegantly in LOGO.
Can you beat the computer in the challenging strategy game?
Explore the transformations and comment on what you find.
This part introduces the use of Logo for number work. Learn how to use Logo to generate sequences of numbers.
Cellular is an animation that helps you make geometric sequences composed of square cells.
An article introducing continued fractions with some simple puzzles for the reader.
Leonardo who?! Well, Leonardo is better known as Fibonacci and this article will tell you some of fascinating things about his famous sequence.
Draw whirling squares and see how Fibonacci sequences and golden rectangles are connected.
Using logo to investigate spirals
A first trail through the mysterious world of the Golden Section.
Investigations and activities for you to enjoy on pattern in nature.