Equation of Ordered Pairs in Tile Patterns
Skill:
Given a list of ordered pairs in a table or graph, identify either verbally or algebraically the rule used to generate and record the results.
Equation of Ordered Pairs in Tile Patterns
Explore how a visual pattern can be described algebraically in this tessellation activity.
Putting It All Together
Answer these open ended questions on your own or with others to form deeper math connections.
Open-ended question 1
How do the numbers in the table relate to the pattern of tiles?
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Open-ended question 2
What do the numbers on the right next to the arrows represent?
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Open-ended question 3
How does the equation at the bottom relate to the pattern?
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Open-ended question 4
How does the equation at the bottom relate to the ordered pairs in the table?
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