Here is a sequence of patterns made from matches.
Pattern 1: 4 matches forming 1 square. Pattern 2: 7 matches forming 2 squares in a row. Pattern 3: 10 matches forming 3 squares in a row.
In the space below, draw pattern number 4.
Work out the total number of matches to make pattern number 20.
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.