On the distribution of the leading digit of \(a^n\): a study via \(\chi^2\) statistics (Q1677566)
From MaRDI portal
scientific article
| Language | Label | Description | Also known as |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | On the distribution of the leading digit of \(a^n\): a study via \(\chi^2\) statistics |
scientific article |
Statements
On the distribution of the leading digit of \(a^n\): a study via \(\chi^2\) statistics (English)
0 references
10 November 2017
0 references
The authors investigate the \(\chi^2\) statistic of the leading digits of \(a^n\), where \(\log_{10} a\) has a single isolated large partial quotient in its continued fraction expansion. A qualitative discussion of the graphs of \(\chi^2\) statistics is also included.
0 references
leading digits
0 references
irrational rotations
0 references
continued fractions
0 references
\(\chi^2\) statistic
0 references
0 references
