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Describe the pattern.
1, 4, 9, 16, 25

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Answer:

Adding the next odd number to the previous sum.

Explanation:

1+3=4

4+5=9

9+7=16

16+9=25

User Blaha
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Answer:

+3 +5 +7 +9

Explanation:

each time a pattern is solved you add 2

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