Quiz 07

  1. (2 pts) The golden ratio $\displaystyle \varphi$ was discovered in class in two different ways. Describe where we encountered $\displaystyle \varphi$.

  2. (2 pts) What was the Greek's definition of a golden rectangle? That is, explain how the Greeks defined it (perhaps with a diagram).

  3. (6 pts) Using the square grid paper provided, make the largest Fibonacci spiral possible. Compute the ratio of the side lengths of the rectangles you make on your way to the biggest, prettiest rectangle you can make!

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