Patterns and Tables (Geurink)

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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 formula.

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How do you find the next number in a numerical pattern?

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To find the next number in a numerical pattern, identify the rule that governs the sequence (e.g., addition, subtraction, multiplication) and apply it to the last number.

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What is the next number in the pattern: 18, 22, 26, 30, 34, ________?

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38

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What is the next term in the pattern of blocks: 16, 15, 14, ...?

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The next term will have 15 blocks.

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What is the next number in the sequence: 256, 128, 64, 32, ...?

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16

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How do you complete a table of values in a pattern?

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To complete a table of values, identify the relationship between the variables and apply the same rule to find missing values.

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What is the relationship between Mark's age and Amber's age if Mark is 10 and Amber is 14?

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Amber is 4 years older than Mark.

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What is a numerical sequence?

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

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What does it mean to identify a pattern?

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Identifying a pattern means recognizing the rule or sequence that governs a set of numbers or shapes.

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What is the difference between an increasing and a decreasing pattern?

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An increasing pattern adds a constant value, while a decreasing pattern subtracts a constant value.