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MYP Criterion B Patterns Quiz

The document outlines the MYP Mathematics Criterion B focused on investigating patterns in geometry and algebra, with a total of 8 marks available. It includes three questions: one on growing square patterns, another on triangular numbers formed by matchsticks, and a bonus question on stacking coins in a triangular pyramid. Each question requires the completion of tables, finding general rules, and justifying the reasoning behind the patterns.

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MYP Criterion B Patterns Quiz

The document outlines the MYP Mathematics Criterion B focused on investigating patterns in geometry and algebra, with a total of 8 marks available. It includes three questions: one on growing square patterns, another on triangular numbers formed by matchsticks, and a bonus question on stacking coins in a triangular pyramid. Each question requires the completion of tables, finding general rules, and justifying the reasoning behind the patterns.

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🧠 MYP Mathematics Criterion B –

Investigating Patterns
✨ Focus: Discovering Patterns, Generalizing Formulas (Geometry & Algebra)

🔍 Total Marks: 8
Show reasoning clearly. Patterns must be justified. You may use diagrams, tables, or
equations.

Q1. Growing Square Pattern (3 marks)


You are shown a sequence of growing square tile designs:
- Figure 1: 1 small black square
- Figure 2: A 3×3 square, black in the center, white around
- Figure 3: A 5×5 square, black in the center, white border
This pattern continues...

a) Complete this table:

Figure (n) Side length Total tiles Black tiles White tiles

b) Find a general rule for:


i) Total tiles in figure n
ii) Number of white tiles in figure n

c) Justify your rule using reasoning and algebra.

Q2. Triangular Numbers & Matchsticks (3 marks)


Matchsticks are arranged to form connected triangles in a row (sharing sides):
- Figure 1: 1 triangle
- Figure 2: 2 connected triangles
- Figure 3: 3 connected triangles

a) Create a table for number of triangles and matchsticks.

Triangles Matchsticks
1

b) Find a rule for the number of matchsticks (M) in terms of number of triangles (T).

c) Use your formula to find how many matchsticks are needed for 25 triangles.

Q3. Bonus Pattern (2 marks)


You are stacking coins in a triangular pyramid.
- Row 1: 1 coin
- Row 2: 3 coins
- Row 3: 6 coins
- Row 4: 10 coins

a) What type of number pattern is this? Name it.

b) Derive a general formula for the nth row (number of coins).

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