Math Problem Statement

Continue the pattern below to find the missing terms listed. 1st term: 9, 2nd term: 16, 3rd term: 25, 4th term: 36, 5th term: 49, 6th term: 64, ..., 14th term: ?, ..., 28th term: ?

Solution

This problem involves recognizing the pattern of the sequence given and predicting its future terms. Let's analyze:

The terms are: 9,16,25,36,49,64,9, 16, 25, 36, 49, 64, \dots

Observations:

Each term is a perfect square:

  • 9=329 = 3^2
  • 16=4216 = 4^2
  • 25=5225 = 5^2
  • 36=6236 = 6^2
  • 49=7249 = 7^2
  • 64=8264 = 8^2

The nn-th term is given by: Tn=n2T_n = n^2

Now, let’s calculate:

  • The 14th term: T14=142=196T_{14} = 14^2 = 196
  • The 28th term: T28=282=784T_{28} = 28^2 = 784

Final Answer:

  • 14th term = 196
  • 28th term = 784

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Related Questions:

  1. What is the formula to find the nn-th term of a sequence of perfect squares?
  2. Can you derive the sum of the first nn perfect squares?
  3. What is the pattern in the difference between consecutive perfect squares?
  4. How would this pattern change if the sequence was cubes instead of squares?
  5. Can this sequence be represented as a geometric progression?

Tip:

To quickly identify a pattern, always look at differences or relationships between terms (e.g., multiplication, addition, squares, cubes, etc.).

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Number Sequences
Perfect Squares

Formulas

T_n = n^2

Theorems

Arithmetic progression of square numbers

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8