What is the missing number in this number sequence pattern?

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these are a pattern of number sequence asked in assessment for new employee , what could be the missed number
9 1 6 4
4 5 7 2
5 8 8 5
1 3 5 X

is says the equation could be limited to (addition, subtraction, division and multiplying)
 
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9-6=4-1
4-7=2-5
5-8=5-8
1-5=X-3
X=-1
 
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kardo said:
TL;DR Summary: pattern numbers

these are a pattern of number sequence asked in assessment for new employee , what could be the missed number
9 1 6 4
4 5 7 2
5 8 8 5
1 3 5 X

is says the equation could be limited to (addition, subtraction, division and multiplying)
Is the solution unique?

Here is one

9 + 1 = 6 + 4
4 + 5 = 7 + 2
5 + 8 = 8 + 5
1 + 3 = 5 + X
 
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Please refrain from posting questions and answers (!) that could affect decisions in real life.

We don't do it in case of car accidents, so we shouldn't do it in the realm of assessments. Furthermore, we do not solve homework questions, of any kind.

Thank you.
 

Related to What is the missing number in this number sequence pattern?

1. How do you identify the missing number in a number sequence pattern?

To identify the missing number in a number sequence pattern, you need to first observe the pattern or rule that governs the sequence. Look for any arithmetic progression, geometric progression, or any other mathematical relationship between the numbers in the sequence. Once you have identified the pattern, apply it to the given numbers to determine the missing number.

2. What are some common types of number sequence patterns?

Some common types of number sequence patterns include arithmetic sequences (where each term is obtained by adding a constant value to the previous term), geometric sequences (where each term is obtained by multiplying a constant value to the previous term), Fibonacci sequences (where each term is the sum of the two preceding terms), and prime number sequences (where each term is a prime number).

3. Why is it important to identify number sequence patterns?

Identifying number sequence patterns is important because it helps in developing critical thinking skills, problem-solving abilities, and mathematical reasoning. It also allows us to predict future terms in the sequence, make informed decisions based on the pattern, and solve complex mathematical problems efficiently.

4. What strategies can be used to find the missing number in a sequence pattern?

Some strategies that can be used to find the missing number in a sequence pattern include looking for common differences or ratios between consecutive terms, creating a formula based on the pattern, using trial and error method, and checking for any special properties or rules in the sequence. It is also helpful to visualize the sequence or write it down to better understand the pattern.

5. Can number sequence patterns be found in real-life scenarios?

Yes, number sequence patterns can be found in various real-life scenarios such as in music (musical notes), nature (Fibonacci sequence in sunflowers, shells), computer algorithms, financial markets (stock prices), and many more. Understanding number sequence patterns can help in analyzing data trends, making predictions, and solving problems in different fields.

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