This math topic focuses on the skills of formulating equations for a decreasing arithmetic pattern. Each problem on the topic presents a starting number and a rule for subtracting a constant value for each subsequent term. The task is to select the correct algebraic expression that represents this sequence pattern. These problems are useful for understanding arithmetic sequences, recognizing patterns, and translating them into equations. The worksheet is structured into multiple-choice questions, each offering various equations to choose from, enhancing both pattern recognition and algebraic thinking.
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Find the correct equation that this pattern rule describes
Start at 27 and subtract 6 for each term