Inversion of infinite continued fractions

In summary, the conversation discusses the need to invert an infinite continued fraction to a finite continued fraction starting with the term \beta_{n} and going down to n=1. The participant mentions an identity for finite continued fractions and questions if it applies to truncated infinite continued fractions. The solution suggests using the relationship between the original fraction and its reciprocal to rewrite it in a finite form.
  • #1
denijane
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Hello to everyone!
I need to invert the following infinite continued fraction:
[tex]0=\beta_{0}-\frac{\alpha_{0}\gamma_{1}}{\beta_{1}-}\frac{\alpha_{1}\gamma_{2}}{\beta_{2}-}\ldots, n=1..\infty
[/tex]
to something starting with the [tex]\beta_{n}[/tex] term and going down to n=1 (where n is the term the fractions will be cut to).

I know there is the following identity for finite continued fractions:
[tex]
\frac{[a_{0},\ldots, a_{n}]}{[a_{0},\ldots, a_{n-1}]}=\frac{[a_{n},\ldots, a_{0}]}{[a_{n-1},\ldots, a_{0}]}
[/tex] http://mathworld.wolfram.com/ContinuedFraction.html"

But I'm not sure if it remains true for truncated infinite continued fractions.
Any help or resources will be appreciated.
 
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  • #2
If
[tex]x = [a_{0} ; a_{1}, a_{2},...][/tex]

[tex]1/x = [ 0 ; a_{0}, a_{1}, a_{2}, ... ] \ when \ a_{0} \neq 0 [/tex]
[tex] \ \ \ \ \ \ = [ a_{1}; a_{2}, a_{3},... ] \ when \ a_{0} = 0 [/tex]
 

Related to Inversion of infinite continued fractions

1. What is an infinite continued fraction?

An infinite continued fraction is a mathematical expression that represents a real number as the sum of a whole number and a fraction whose numerator and denominator are also whole numbers. This process can continue infinitely, hence the name "infinite continued fraction."

2. How is an infinite continued fraction inverted?

To invert an infinite continued fraction, one must use a series of repeated substitutions and manipulations to transform the fraction into a simpler form that can be easily solved. This process can involve using the Euclidean algorithm or other mathematical techniques.

3. What is the significance of inverting infinite continued fractions?

Inverting infinite continued fractions is important in many areas of mathematics, including number theory, analysis, and geometry. It allows us to express numbers in a more precise and elegant form, as well as providing insights into the properties of numbers and their relationships.

4. Can all infinite continued fractions be inverted?

No, not all infinite continued fractions can be inverted. Some may have irrational or complex solutions, while others may have solutions that cannot be expressed in a closed form. However, many common infinite continued fractions can be inverted using known techniques.

5. What are some practical applications of inverting infinite continued fractions?

Inverting infinite continued fractions has numerous applications in fields such as physics, engineering, and computer science. It can be used to solve problems involving series and sequences, calculate approximations of real numbers, and analyze the behavior of systems with infinite or oscillatory components.

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