Arithmetic Sequences and Growing Patterns

Arithmetic Sequences and Growing Patterns

Identify the rule behind a growing pattern and extend it by recognizing how new elements are added at each step.


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Putting It All Together

Answer these open ended questions on your own or with others to form deeper math connections.

自由形式の質問1

Joey creates the pattern 3, 5, 7, 9… How many squares change in each step? What would the new pattern be if 4 squares are added in each step instead?

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自由形式の質問2

Joey creates the pattern 1, 6, 11, 16, 21. Instead of starting with 1 square, Joey starts with 2 squares. What is the new pattern?

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自由形式の質問3

Describe how to use squares to create the pattern 7, 6, 5, 4…

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