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Using Fibonacci Numbers to Convert from Miles to Kilometers and Vice Versa
I recently learned an interesting fact about Fibonacci numbers while watching a random number theory video on YouTube. Fibonacci numbers can be used to approximately convert from miles to kilometers and back. Here is how. Take two consecutive Fibonacci numbers, for example 5 and 8. And you're done converting. No...
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Math & AlgorithmsSoftware Engineering2010
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| Submitted | Title on HN | Points | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 13, 2010 | Using Fibonacci Numbers to Convert from Miles to Kilometers and Vice Versa by pkrumins | 144 | 46 |
