Here is a sequence of patterns made from black circles and white circles.
a.[1]
In the space below, draw pattern number 4.
b.[2]
Work out the total number of circles needed to make pattern number 8.
c.[1]
Emma says “There are 4 black circles in pattern number 3 so there will be 8 black circles in pattern number 6.” Is Emma right? You must give a reason for your answer.
Sequences (Nth Term) Questions
Practise AQA GCSE Maths Sequences (Nth Term) with exam-style questions for Foundation and Higher tier. 80 questions, matched to the AQA GCSE Maths (8300) specification and written in Paper 1, Paper 2 and Paper 3 style. Every question includes a full worked solution and mark scheme, so you can see where marks are awarded rather than just whether you got the answer right.