On Lucas numbers by the matrix method

On Lucas numbers by the matrix method

In this study we define the Lucas $Q_L$-matrix similar to the Fibonacci Q-matrix. The Lucas $Q_L$-matrix is different from the Fibonacci Q- matrix, but is related to it. Using this matrix representation, we have found some well-known equalities and a Binet-like formula for the Lucas numbers.

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