Excelsior MATH101 Fibonacci Numbers & The Golden Ration Discussion

Question Description

In this discussion, you will work in small groups in online

discussions to explore applications of Fibonacci numbers and the Golden

Ratio in music, art, and nature. This group discussion will help prepare

you for activity M6A2, in which you will research an application of

mathematics in art or music.

Instructions:

Use Google (or another search engine) to find a use of Fibonacci numbers or the Golden Ratio in nature, art, music, architecture, or some other real-world application. Make sure you find an idea that is NOT covered in your text.

Describe the application that you have found.

Clearly explain and summarize the important mathematical ideas in your own words.

Include a citation and a link to the source where you learned about it. You may cite using APA format. Here is a Citation Tip Sheet. More information on how to cite properly can be found on the Excelsior Library’s Citing Sources page. This one-minute video will help you avoid plagiarism.