1.2 Number patterns

Mathematics

Number patterns

Educator section

Memorandum

Leaner section

Content

Activity: number patterns [lo 2.1]

4. A set of numbers that is obtained by following a rule (such as the above example ) is called a NUMBER SEQUENCE or NUMBER PATTERN.

5. Create your own number pattern.

• Choose any number less than 10. Write it down
• Multiply this number by 4 and add 3 to it. This will be the next number in your series . Write it down.
• Multiply the new number by 4 and add 3 to it. Write this number down also.
• Continue doing this until the first seven numbers of your series have been determined.

Write your completed series here__________________________________________

• Ask a friend to check if you have calculated your series correctly.

6. Quickly write down the following:

a. Your home telephone number: _____________________________________________________________________

b. Your identity number :________________________________________________

c. Your mother or father's cell phone number: _______________________________

d. Your school's telephone number: _______________________________________

• Do you recognise any patterns that make the numbers easier to memorise?______________________________________________________
• If so, what is the pattern?

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Assessment

Learning Outcome 2: The learner will be able to recognise, describe and represent patterns and relationships, as well as to solve problems using algebraic language and skills.

Assessment Standard 2.1: We know this when the learner investigates and extends numeric and geometric patterns looking for a relationship or rules, including patterns.