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The Fibonacci numbers F0, F1, F2,..., are defined by the ruleF0 = 0, F1 = 1, Fn = Fn-1 + F...

The Fibonacci numbers F0, F1, F2,..., are defined by the rule

F0 = 0, F1 = 1, Fn = Fn-1 + Fn-2.

In this problem we will confirm that this sequence grows exponentially fast and obtain some bounds on its growth.

(a)   Use induction to prove that Fn ≥ 20.5n for n ≥ 6.

(b)   Find a constant c < 1 such that Fn < 2cn for all n ≥ 0. Show that your answer is correct.

(c)   What is the largest c you can find for which Fn = Ω(2cn)?

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