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What is a pattern in mathematics?

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A pattern in mathematics is a sequence or arrangement that follows a specific rule or set of rules, allowing for predictions about what comes next.

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

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10

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How do you identify a pattern in a sequence?

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To identify a pattern in a sequence, look for a consistent rule that applies to the numbers, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.

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What is an arithmetic sequence?

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

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What is the formula for the nth term of an arithmetic sequence?

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The nth term of an arithmetic sequence 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 geometric sequence?

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A geometric sequence is a sequence of numbers where each term after the first is found by multiplying the previous term by a fixed, non-zero number called the common ratio.

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What is the common difference in the sequence: 3, 7, 11, 15, ?

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The common difference is 4.

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What is the common ratio in the sequence: 2, 6, 18, 54, ?

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The common ratio is 3.

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How do you find the next term in a geometric sequence?

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To find the next term in a geometric sequence, multiply the last known term by the common ratio.

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What is a Fibonacci sequence?

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A Fibonacci sequence is a series of numbers where each number is the sum of the two preceding ones, usually starting with 0 and 1.

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