Math Problem Statement

Describe each pattern using words. Draw the next likely figure in each pattern. Make a table with a process column to represent each pattern. Write an expression for the number of tiles or circles in the 7th figure.

Solution

From the image you provided, we see a series of math pattern problems. Let's break down the patterns and how to create expressions for each:

  1. Problem 10 (Circles):

    • The pattern shows an increasing number of circles in each step.
    • From left to right:
      • Step 1: 3 circles
      • Step 2: 6 circles
      • Step 3: 9 circles
    • The pattern increases by 3 circles at each step, suggesting an arithmetic progression. The general expression for the number of circles at step nn is: 3n3n This means that in the 7th step, there would be 3×7=213 \times 7 = 21 circles.
  2. Problem 11 (Squares):

    • The pattern shows squares arranged in a progressively increasing grid.
    • Step 1: 1 square
    • Step 2: 4 squares (2x2)
    • Step 3: 9 squares (3x3)
    • The number of squares follows a quadratic sequence where the number of squares in step nn is n2n^2. Therefore, the expression is: n2n^2 For the 7th figure, the number of squares would be 72=497^2 = 49.
  3. Problem 12 (Rectangular Tiles):

    • The pattern shows a grid of tiles increasing by one row and one column each time.
    • Step 1: 2×22 \times 2 grid (4 tiles)
    • Step 2: 3×33 \times 3 grid (9 tiles)
    • Step 3: 4×44 \times 4 grid (16 tiles)
    • Again, this is a quadratic pattern. The number of tiles at step nn is n2n^2. Thus, the expression is: n2n^2 In the 7th step, the number of tiles is 72=497^2 = 49.
  4. Problem 13 (Linear Tiles):

    • The pattern shows increasing rows of horizontal tiles.
    • Step 1: 2 tiles
    • Step 2: 3 tiles
    • Step 3: 4 tiles
    • The pattern increases by 1 tile each step. The general expression is: n+1n + 1 So for the 7th step, the number of tiles is 7+1=87 + 1 = 8.
  5. Problem 14 (Circle Clusters):

    • The pattern shows clusters of circles.
    • Step 1: 9 circles
    • Step 2: 16 circles
    • Step 3: 25 circles
    • This is a quadratic pattern where the number of circles in step nn is n2n^2. Thus, the expression is: n2n^2 In the 7th step, there would be 72=497^2 = 49 circles.

Would you like any further details or clarifications on these patterns?

Here are 5 related questions for further practice:

  1. How would the pattern change if the growth rate doubled?
  2. What if you were given geometric sequences instead of arithmetic?
  3. How would you modify these expressions for a 10th figure instead of a 7th?
  4. Can you create a real-world scenario that fits one of these patterns?
  5. How would the expressions change if the increase was non-linear (e.g., exponential growth)?

Tip: Always look for common differences or ratios to identify the type of sequence—whether arithmetic, geometric, or quadratic.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Arithmetic Sequences
Geometric Patterns
Quadratic Patterns

Formulas

n^2 for quadratic growth
n + 1 for linear growth
3n for arithmetic progression

Theorems

Arithmetic Progression Theorem
Quadratic Growth Pattern

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8