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Patterns in Mathematics — Syllabus

CBSE · Class 6 · Mathematics

What Patterns in Mathematics covers in CBSE Class 6 Mathematics: 4 topics, for the 2026-27 session. Part of the CBSE Class 6 Mathematics syllabus.

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4 Topics · CBSE Class 6 Mathematics · 2026-27

Topics in Patterns in Mathematics

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1. Mathematics as the Study of Patterns

  • Mathematics is the search for patterns and for explanations of why those patterns exist.
  • Mathematics is viewed as both an art and a science.
  • Patterns appear in nature, in daily life, and in the motion of the sun, moon, and stars.
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2. Number Sequences and Number Theory

  • The branch of mathematics that studies patterns in whole numbers is called number theory.
  • Number sequences are one of the most important types of number patterns.
  • Whole numbers are 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, ...
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3. Pictures that Show Number Patterns

  • Number sequences can be understood using dot pictures.
  • Triangular numbers get their name because the dots form a triangle.
  • Square numbers get their name because the dots form a square.
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4. Relations Between Number Sequences

  • Patterns can be related to one another.
  • Adding odd numbers gives square numbers.
  • Adding counting numbers up and down also gives square numbers.

Key Concepts

Central concept: Patterns in Mathematics as the study of repeated number and shape patterns and the reasons behind them

MathematicsNumber theoryGeometryNumber sequencesRelations among number sequencesVisualising number sequencesShape sequencesRelations between shape sequences and number sequences

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What are the important topics in Patterns in Mathematics for CBSE Class 6 Mathematics?
Key topics in Patterns in Mathematics include Mathematics as the Study of Patterns, Number Sequences and Number Theory, Pictures that Show Number Patterns, Relations Between Number Sequences. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 6 exams.
How should I revise Patterns in Mathematics for Class 6 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 97 practice questions on Patterns in Mathematics. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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