Math SOL 4.15 Patterns

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What is a pattern in mathematics?

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A pattern in mathematics is a sequence or arrangement of numbers, shapes, or other objects that follow a specific rule or set of rules.

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How do you identify a pattern?

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To identify a pattern, look for a sequence of numbers or shapes and determine the rule that governs the changes from one element to the next.

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What is the next number in the pattern: 2, 4, 6, 8, ?

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10, because the pattern increases by 2.

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What is the 11th term in the sequence: 3, 6, 9, 12, ...?

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33, because the pattern increases by 3 (3n where n is the term number).

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What is the 22nd term in the sequence: 5, 10, 15, 20, ...?

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110, because the pattern increases by 5 (5n where n is the term number).

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What is a geometric pattern?

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A geometric pattern is a pattern that involves shapes and their arrangements, often following a specific geometric rule.

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What is an arithmetic pattern?

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An arithmetic pattern is a sequence of numbers in which the difference between consecutive terms is constant.

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How do you find the nth term of an arithmetic sequence?

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The nth term can be found using the formula: a_n = a_1 + (n-1)d, where a_1 is the first term and d is the common difference.

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What is a visual pattern?

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A visual pattern is a sequence of shapes or colors that follow a specific arrangement or rule.

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What is the next shape in the pattern: circle, square, circle, square, ?

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Circle, because the pattern alternates between a circle and a square.