Basic 5Mathematics20 min

Pattern Rules and Expressions

Learners convert table patterns into word rules, algebra rules, and expression cards.

Turn a table into a rule card.

A bead design uses 4 beads per stage plus 2 extra beads. Learners write the rule in words and with a letter.

Pattern Rules and Expressions illustration

Learners convert table patterns into word rules, algebra rules, and expression cards.

Use the rule 4n + 2 for n = 5.

  1. Replace n with 5.
  2. Compute 4 x 5 + 2 = 22.