Number Patterns

Chapter 7 Study Notes

Number Patterns

This chapter covers how to recognise patterns in number sequences (arithmetic, geometric, and others), find the next terms of a number sequence by identifying the rule, use the general term to find specific terms of a sequence.

Secondary 16 sectionsO-Level Mathematics (4052)

Learning Outcomes

  • Recognise patterns in number sequences (arithmetic, geometric, and others)
  • Find the next terms of a number sequence by identifying the rule
  • Use the general term TnT_n to find specific terms of a sequence
  • Work out the general term TnT_n of a linear sequence from its common difference
  • Apply number patterns to solve real-world problems involving geometry and nature

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