Find a Pattern

Majed has a piece of land that he wants to separate into sections. He wants to be able to keep the animals he raises apart from one another. The section can be different in sizes to hold different – size animals.

What is the greatest number of sections Majed can make if he builds only fences that are straight and he uses 6 fences?

Step 1: Think about what you know and what you are asked to find.

Step 2: Plan a strategy to solve.

Step 3: Solve.

Learn more about finding a pattern by reading the explanation below.