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Calculating Fibonacci Sequence with a Function in Python

In this exercise, you will develop a Python program that uses a recursive function to determine a number in the Fibonacci sequence. In this series, the first two numbers are 1, and each subsequent number is the sum of the previous two. This exercise is perfect for practicing function definition, recursion, and arithmetic operations in Python. By implementing this function, you will gain hands-on experience in handling function definitions, recursion, and arithmetic operations in Python. This exercise not only reinforces your understanding of functions but also helps you develop efficient coding practices for managing user interactions.



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Mastering Functions in Python

Objective

Develop a Python program that uses a recursive function to determine a number in the Fibonacci sequence. In this series, the first two numbers are 1, and each subsequent number is the sum of the previous two.

For example, you could use it like this: print(fibonacci(5))

Example Python Exercise

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# Define the recursive function to calculate the Fibonacci number
def fibonacci(n):
    # Base case: if n is 1 or 2, return 1 (the first two numbers in the Fibonacci sequence)
    if n == 1 or n == 2:
        return 1
    # Recursive case: return the sum of the previous two Fibonacci numbers
    else:
        return fibonacci(n - 1) + fibonacci(n - 2)

# Main function to test the fibonacci function
def main():
    # Test the fibonacci function with n = 5
    print(fibonacci(5))  # Expected output: 5

# Call the main function to execute the program
main()

 Output

5

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