Question 1

What is the golden ratio?

Accepted Answer

The golden ratio φ ≈ 1.618034. A rectangle with sides in ratio φ looks aesthetically pleasing. φ = (1+√5)/2.

Question 2

Where is the golden ratio found?

Accepted Answer

Art (da Vinci), architecture (Parthenon), nature (nautilus shells, flower petals), design layouts, and photography (rule of thirds approximation).

Question 3

How accurate are these calculations?

Accepted Answer

Our calculator uses double-precision floating-point arithmetic, accurate to about 15-16 significant digits for most calculations.

Question 4

Can I use the result in further calculations?

Accepted Answer

Yes, results are calculated to full precision. You can copy the exact value or use the rounded display depending on your needs.

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