Number patterns
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Question 5
The first term and the rule are given for each of the sequences. Find the second and third terms.
| a | Start with 3 (First term 3), multiply by 4 and subtract 5. | |
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| b | Start with 4 (First term 4), multiply by 3 and subtract 7. | |
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| c | Start with 10 (First term 10), multiply by 6 and subtract 10. | |
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Question 6
Here are 3 diagrams made of matches.
Detailed description of diagram
| a | Write down a sequence of 6 numbers giving the number of matches in each of these diagrams and the next three in the obvious sequence. |
| b | Give the rule for finding the next term from the previous term. |
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