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Specific Outcomes
PATTERNS IN MATHEMATICS
Suggestions for Teaching and Learning
Students will be expected to:
Patterns and Relations (Patterns)
5PR1 Continued...
Patterns are used repeatedly as a means of developing concepts and as a 
tool for solving problems.
Many problems solved through the use of patterns are appropriate for 
Grade 5 students. 
Examples include: 
Use the following pattern to figure out what 9 × 999 would be.
2 × 999 = 1998
3 × 999 = 2997
4 × 999 = 3996
5 × 999 =
6 × 999 =
Possible enrichment task: How far can this pattern be extended before it 
comes to an end? 
Find the patterns for increasing this recipe for carmel corn.
# of
Batches
Brown Sugar
Popcorn
1
1 scoop
10 scoops
2
2 scoops
20 scoops
3
3 scoops
30 scoops
The pattern rule for brown sugar is to start with one scoop and add one
scoop for each additional batch. The pattern rule for popcorn is to start 
with ten scoops and add ten scoops for every batch. Ask students to use 
the pattern rule to determine how much popcorn would be needed to 
make six batches to sell at the soccer team’s bake sale. 
Students could use techology (iPads, cameras, etc.) to capture 
examples of patterns in the real world. They could look in
magazines, Internet, or around the school and community.
Achievement Indicator:
5PR1.5 Solve a given problem by 
using a pattern rule to determine 
subsequent elements.

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