Think Critically About Additive and Multiplicative Patterns

This two-page additive and multiplicative patterns worksheet provides an engaging way for students to explore number patterns through a ‘This’ or ‘That’ format. Students are presented with two input/output tables and must decide which one meets a specific condition, then justify their choice in complete sentences. This activity encourages critical thinking, pattern recognition and effective communication of mathematical reasoning. The final section challenges students to create their own input/output tables and develop a matching question, reinforcing their understanding of the concepts.

This additive and multiplicative patterns worksheet will ask students to:

• Identify the table showing an additive relationship
• Identify the table showing a multiplicative relationship
• Identify which table fits a specific ordered pair
• Identify which table would house a specific missing value

Uses for Our Number Pattern Worksheets

These number pattern worksheets are a great tool to deepen students’ understanding of number patterns while promoting logical reasoning and mathematical writing skills. They can be used in many different scenarios as well! Here are a few ideas to get you started: 

• Independent practice
• Exit ticket
• Formative assessment
• Guided groups
• Maths stations
• Partner work 

This additive and multiplicative patterns worksheet set can also be used to spark classroom debate or discussion as students defend their answer choice. 

Download This Additive and Multiplicative Relationships Worksheets PDF

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This resource was created by Lorin Davies, a teacher and Teach Starter Collaborator.

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