5.

Patterns and Spreadsheets

Pamela wants to know how much money she would have if her bank tripled her money every day for 30
days. She starts with $2.
1. Complete the table or spreadsheet to show a pattern for Pamela’s money.
2. What is the formula for calculating the amount on day 4?
3. a) Predict the amount Pamela would have on day 14.
b) Calculate the amount on day 14.
c) How close was your prediction?

4. Describe the pattern in the amounts Pamela would have.