Exploring Number Patterns and Sequences
Students will identify, extend, and describe rules for numeric sequences.
Key Questions
- Predict the 100th term in a simple arithmetic sequence without listing all terms.
- Differentiate between an additive pattern and a multiplicative pattern.
- Explain where mathematical patterns can be found in the natural world.
NCCA Curriculum Specifications
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