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Cambridge IGCSE Mathematics practice

exam practice - 1 Extend a given numerical sequence or pattern, potentially using subscript notation, such as T representing the nth term of sequence T. 2 Identify patterns within sequences, which may include linear, quadratic, cubic, and exponential term-to-term rules, as well as connections between various sequences and their simple combinations. 3 Determine and apply the nth term for sequences. - Sequences

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Finding the nth term of a quadratic sequence

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Sequence S

The sequence S is: 1, 4, 9, 16, 25, ...

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    Determine the nth term of the sequence S.

    Aim for approximately 3 distinct marking points.

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Sequence T

The sequence T is defined by the terms: 2, 5, 8, 11, ...

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    Calculate the 6th term of the sequence T.

    Aim for approximately 2 distinct marking points.

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