How many chairs are needed for 1 table?

How many chairs are needed for 2 tables?

How many chairs are needed for 3 tables?

Can you draw a diagram to show how many chairs would be needed for 4 tables?

Can you draw a diagram to show how many chairs would be needed for 5 tables?

 

Can you record your findings in a table?

Number of Tables	Number of Chairs
1
2
3
4
5

 

Can you spot a pattern in your results?

Can you explain the pattern?

Can you use this pattern to predict how many chairs you will need for 6 tables?

Now draw a diagram showing 6 tables. Was your prediction correct?

 

If you would like to complete more problems like this one, you can follow this link.