Math 6 - Lesson 4.9 - Patterns to Write Equations

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What is a pattern in mathematics?

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A pattern is a repeated or predictable sequence of numbers, shapes, or other elements.

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How do you find the rule in a pattern?

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To find the rule, look for a consistent operation (like addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division) that relates the numbers in the pattern.

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What does it mean to write an equation?

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Writing an equation means creating a mathematical statement that shows the equality between two expressions.

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What is the equation for a linear relationship?

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A linear relationship can be expressed in the form y = mx + b, where m is the slope and b is the y-intercept.

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If Mark is 4 and Amber is 8, what is the relationship between their ages?

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Amber is 4 years older than Mark.

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What does 'multiply by 3' mean in a pattern?

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It means that each number in the pattern is three times the previous number.

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How do you solve the equation 3x = 27?

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Divide both sides by 3 to find x = 9.

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What is the meaning of the variable 'x' in an equation?

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The variable 'x' represents an unknown value that we are trying to find.

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What does the expression 'x + 5' represent?

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It represents a value that is 5 more than the value of x.

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How can you represent a relationship between two quantities?

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You can represent a relationship using an equation, such as y = 6x, which shows how y changes with x.