7, 11, 2, 18. What number continues the pattern?

Partack asked Jun 16, 2023

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Partack asked Jun 16, 2023

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Answer:

-7

Explanation:

Seems like the pattern is adding and then subtracting the next square number up:

7 + 4 = 11

11 - 9 = 2

2 + 16 = 18

so 18 - 25 = -7 is the next number

Burtek answered Jun 22, 2023

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