Patterns and Sequences

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What is a pattern in mathematics?

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A pattern is a repeated or recurring sequence of numbers, shapes, or other elements that follow a specific rule.

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What is a sequence?

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A sequence is an ordered list of numbers that follow a particular rule or pattern.

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How do you find the next number in an arithmetic sequence?

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To find the next number, add the common difference to the last number in the sequence.

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What is the common difference in the sequence 12, 17, 22, 27?

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The common difference is 5.

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What are the next two numbers in the sequence 12, 17, 22, 27?

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32, 37.

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How do you identify a pattern in shapes?

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Look for the number of sides, arrangement, or repetition of shapes to determine the pattern.

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If a pattern of circles increases by 2 each time, how many circles are in picture 5 if picture 1 has 7 circles?

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15 circles.

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What is a geometric pattern?

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

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How do you find the total number of shapes in a pattern?

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Count the shapes in each arrangement and add them together.

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What is the pattern in the sequence 70, 60, 50, 40?

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The pattern is subtracting 10.