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From the image you uploaded, we have a sequence of patterns represented by dots. Each pattern increases the number of dots as the pattern number increases. The task is to determine what number should go in the box to complete the rule for the sequence, which is given by the equation:

\[
\text{Number of dots} = \, \boxed{\text{?}} \times \text{Pattern number}
\]

From observing the sequence:
- Pattern 1 has **3 dots**.
- Pattern 2 has **6 dots**.
- Pattern 3 has **9 dots**.

We can see that the number of dots increases by 3 for each successive pattern. Therefore, the number of dots in each pattern is 3 times the pattern number. This suggests that the missing number in the box is **3**.

Thus, the rule for the sequence is:

\[
\text{Number of dots} = 3 \times \text{Pattern number}
\]

Would you like further clarification on this? 

Here are 5 related questions for practice:
1. If the pattern number is 5, how many dots will there be?
2. Can you express the general form for the nth pattern?
3. What if each pattern increased by 5 dots instead of 3? How would the rule change?
4. How could you visualize the relationship between pattern number and dots using a graph?
5. Is this sequence linear or non-linear? Why?

**Tip**: Always look for a consistent relationship or pattern in sequences, which can often be expressed as a simple multiplication or addition rule.

The start of a sequence of patterns made from dots is shown. What number should go in the box to complete the rule for the sequence?

Solve the pattern sequence problem where the number of dots follows a simple multiplication rule. Discover how the sequence grows with each pattern number using multiplication by 3. Suitable for students in Grades 5-7.

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