The given number pattern is:

$1, 4, 9, 16, 25, \dots$

These numbers are the squares of consecutive integers:

• $1 = 1^2$
• $4 = 2^2$
• $9 = 3^2$
• $16 = 4^2$
• $25 = 5^2$

Following this pattern, the next term would be:

$6^2 = 36$

Thus, the next term in the pattern is 36.

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Here are 5 related questions for practice:

1. What is the next term after 36 in this pattern?
2. What is the general formula for the $n$-th term of this pattern?
3. How would you describe the difference between consecutive terms in this sequence?
4. Can you find the 10th term in this sequence?
5. How do you find the sum of the first $n$ square numbers?

Tip: Recognizing patterns like perfect squares can often help you predict future terms quickly in a sequence.