Look for a pattern #2

LP #3

Hints and answers

Find the pattern. Fill in the blanks.
  • (a) 1 , 4 , 9 , 16, 25, __, __, __
  • (b) 3, 4, 7, 11, 18, 29, __, __, __
  • (c) 5, 10, 9, 18, 17, 34, 33, __, __
  • (d) 1, 2, 6, 24, 120, __, __, __


This is a look for a pattern problem similar to the last one. Think about how to get from one number to the next by adding, subtracting, or multiplying. Make up your own patterns and see if you can stump your friends. As always, be sure to explain the work you did to arrive at your answers!