Discovering Number Patterns (Pascal's Triangle Case)

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Why do we need to study patterns?

Key Concepts:​

• ​Patterns are everywhere and they are important in mathematics.

• ​Patterns help us connect numbers and visuals.

Multiple Choice

Which figure completes the series?

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Multiple Choice

Which figure complete the series

• A

• B

• C

• D

Multiple Choice

Which figure completes the series?

• A

• B

• C

• D

Multiple Choice

Which figure completes the series?

• A

• B

• C

• D

Multiple Choice

Which figure completes the series?

• A

• B

• C

• D

Multiple Choice

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• B

• C

• D

Multiple Choice

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• B

• C

• D

Multiple Choice

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Multiple Choice

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Case: Discovering Number Patterns in Pascal’s Triangle

• ​You are grouped randomly. See the list in MOODLE.

• ​Check your email for the case shared with you and your group.

• ​In the breakout rooms, discuss the case and answer the case worksheet.

• ​The instructor will be going in and out of the breakout rooms to check the progress of the groups.

• ​If there are questions, you can click the "ask for help" button

Open Ended

Wrap-up: The case of Pascal's Triangle gave us an exercise on recognizing patterns. Do you think recognizing patterns will be helpful for you? Why or why not?