Thinking in Patterns - Level 3 - Similarities and Differences

Mr. Anderson introduces the concept of patterns, focusing on similarities and differences. He explains how to define a system and analyze it by identifying patterns. Using examples of solid objects and writing implements, he demonstrates how to classify and sort based on observed patterns. The video concludes with challenges to apply these skills to more complex systems.

What is the first step in identifying patterns within a system?

• Analyzing the differences

• Classifying the objects

• Defining the system

• Sorting the components

Which of the following is a similarity among the three solid objects discussed?

• They are all rollable

• They all have the same number of sides

• They are all made of metal

• They are all green

Which object among the three solids is not rollable?

• Cylinder

• Sphere

• Cube

• Pyramid

What characteristic is used to determine if an object is uniform?

• Weight

• Shape consistency

• Material

• Color

Which writing implement is not permanent?

• Ballpoint pen

• Sharpie

• Pencil

• Crayon

What is a common similarity among the writing implements discussed?

• They can all be sharpened

• They are all blue

• They all have a cylindrical shape

• They are all permanent

Which of the following writing implements can be sharpened?

• Ballpoint pen

• Sharpie

• Dry erase marker

• Crayon