Finding the Rule in a Pattern: Order of Ideas

Which of these ideas comes first in the passage?

• A.In this case, the rule is adding 2 each time.
• B.If we continue the even number pattern, the next number would be…
• C.For example, consider the pattern of even numbers: 2, 4, 6, 8.

What comes right after this sentence: “In this case, the rule is adding 2 each time.”

• A.A pattern is a sequence that repeats or follows a specific rule.
• B.We can also see patterns in shapes, like triangles, squares, and circles…
• C.Patterns and rules help us find order in numbers and shapes.