Year 8 - Maths
Checking understanding of sequences
Sequences
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Unit Summary
In this unit we develop knowledge of sequences to be able to identify, determine, and continue arithmetic sequences. We finish the unit by looking at how sequences may be reprsented graphically.
Lesson Summary
You will learn to appreciate the structure of patterns and sequences.
Key Notes
- Multiplication tables are an example of a sequence.
- Sequences might have a specific difference which can be found.
- Sequences can have a specific multiplier which can be found.
- Written methods can be used to find larger numbers in a sequence.
Vocabulary To Learn
- Sequence: A sequence is a succession of objects, diagrams or values usually formed according to a rule.
Common Mistakes To Avoid
- Pupils may struggle to divide values correctly to find a multiplier, especially when fractional.
3 Quick Questions (With Answers)
1. Solve this in steps: explain the method from this lesson and why each step matters.
Multiplication tables are an example of a sequence. Sequences might have a specific difference which can be found.
2. Use this key word in a maths sentence and explain it clearly. 'Sequence'
A sequence is a succession of objects, diagrams or values usually formed according to a rule. Use this word when showing your method, then check your final answer is reasonable.
3. Spot and fix this common maths mistake.
Mistake: Pupils may struggle to divide values correctly to find a multiplier, especially when fractional. Correction: Pupils should write their sequence out with arrows to show which direction their multiplier is operating.
More Lessons In This Unit
- Arithmetic sequences Study Guide
- Calculating any term Study Guide
- Expressing an arithmetic sequence Study Guide
- Finding the nth term Study Guide
- Formalising a sequence Study Guide
- Generating a sequence using a position-to-term rule Study Guide
- Generating a sequence using a term-to-term rule Study Guide
- Justifying terms of a sequence Study Guide
- Problem solving with sequences Study Guide
- Representing sequences graphically Study Guide
- Securing understanding of sequences Study Guide
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