Describe the Pattern

4.14.1 Describe the Pattern

4.14.1 • Describe the Pattern

Warm Up

Here is a rule for making a list of numbers: Each number is 1 less than twice the previous number.

Pick a number to start with. Then follow the rule to build a list of 5 numbers.

Compare your answer:

  • 2, 3, 5, 9, 17
  • 5, 9, 17, 33, 65
  • 1, 1, 1, 1, 1