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Sequences (Nth Term)

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Question 5

Here is a sequence of patterns made from shaded squares and unshaded squares.

pattern 1 pattern 2 pattern 3

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In the space below, draw pattern number 4.

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b.

Work out the total number of squares needed to make pattern number 7.

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c.

Sarah says “There are 8 unshaded squares in pattern number 3 so there will be 16 unshaded squares in pattern number 6.” Is Sarah right? You must give a reason for your answer.

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Sequences (Nth Term) Questions

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Practise Edexcel GCSE Maths Sequences (Nth Term) with exam-style questions for Foundation and Higher tier. 80 questions, matched to the Edexcel GCSE Maths (1MA1) 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.

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