Question

Based on the pattern, what are the next two terms of the sequence?
2, 5, 8, 11, . . .?

Answer 1

2, 5, 8, 11, 14, 17

Explanation:

rule = +3

Answer 2

14, 17

Explanation:

Note the differences in consecutive terms of the sequence

5 - 2 = 3

8 - 5 = 3

11 - 8 = 3

The differences are constant

To find the next term in the sequence add 3 to the previous term, that is

11 + 3 = 14

14 + 3 = 17