Continue shape sequences (multi-rule)
Predict the next shape in a series governed by two or more changing properties simultaneously
What you'll learn
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Imagine a necklace with beads that change colour AND shape every few beads. That's a shape sequence with two rules!
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What do we call a pattern that changes TWO things at once?
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Look at this sequence: ⬜⬛⬜⬛⬜⬛⬜⬛. The shape stays the same (square) but the colour swaps each time. Now try this: 🔵🔴🔵🔴🔵🔴🔵🔴 — same idea, different colours!
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Let's work out a multi-rule sequence together. The pattern is: ⭐🔺⭐🔺⭐🔺⭐? What comes next?
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Your turn! This sequence has TWO rules. Drag the next shape into place.
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In this sequence: 🔴🔵🔴🔵🔴🔵🔴? What comes next?
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Now a trickier one: ⬛🔵⬛🔵⬛🔵⬛? Shape AND colour change. What's next?
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