Grade 3 Math · Algebra

Repeating patterns

Identify, describe, and extend repeating patterns made of shapes or of repeating operations. Unlimited questions, five difficulty levels, and a full worked solution every time — free.

Practice this skill Curriculum: G3-C1.1, G3-C1.2

Try one

What comes next in the pattern?

triangle, star, triangle, star, triangle, star, ___
  • triangle
  • circle
  • square
  • hexagon

Answer: triangle

See one solved, step by step

What number is missing? The pattern repeats this rule: add 3, add 3, subtract 2.

14, 17, 20, 18, 21, 24, ___
📘 Worked solution
1The rule repeats: add 3, add 3, subtract 2.Follow the same cycle of steps over and over.
224 - 2 = 22Apply the next step in the cycle to 24.

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