Here is a sequence of patterns made from matchsticks forming a row of triangles.
a.[1]
In the space below, draw pattern number 4.
b.[2]
Work out the total number of matchsticks needed to make pattern number 12.
c.[1]
James says “There are 7 matchsticks in pattern number 3 so there will be 14 matchsticks in pattern number 6.” Is James right? You must give a reason for your answer.
Sequences (Nth Term) Questions
Practise OCR GCSE Maths Sequences (Nth Term) with exam-style questions for Foundation and Higher tier. 80 questions, matched to the OCR GCSE Maths (J560) specification and written in the written papers 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.