Patterns

Front

What is a pattern?

Back

A pattern is a repeated or recurring sequence of numbers, shapes, or colors.

Front

What comes next in the pattern: 2, 4, 6, __?

Back

8

Front

How do you find the rule in a number pattern?

Back

Look for a consistent way the numbers change, such as adding or subtracting the same amount.

Front

What is the next number in this pattern: 5, 10, 15, __?

Back

20

Front

If a pattern adds 3 each time, what is the 5th number after 1?

Back

16 (1, 4, 7, 10, 13, 16).

Front

What is a sequence?

Back

A sequence is an ordered list of numbers that follow a specific rule.

Front

If there are 3 cookies on each of 5 plates, how many cookies are there in total?

Back

15 cookies.

Front

What is the rule for the pattern: 1, 3, 5, 7, __?

Back

Add 2 to the previous number.

Front

How many sides does a triangle have?

Back

3 sides.

Front

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

Back

Circle.