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3.3 Patterns of Motion and Prediction Worksheet

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This Grade 3 Science worksheet provides structured practice on 3.3 Patterns of Motion and Prediction. Students are guided through targeted exercises that build foundational understanding, computational accuracy, and critical thinking skills.

Patterns of Motion and Prediction - Which observation or measurement best supports of motion and describe patterns (straight line, circular, back-and-forth) that can be used to predict future motion. (NGSS 3-PS2-2; SEP: Analyzing and Interpreting Data; CCC: Patterns)

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Grade 3

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Science

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Science Curriculum

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Problem 1Difficulty: Mastery

A20 steps

B30 steps

C5 steps

D25 steps

Solution & Explanation:The pattern adds 5 steps each command, so the next value is 25 steps.

Problem 2Difficulty: Mastery

During a Grade 3 science activity at the library makerspace, Mateo uses a red data card.A student records a motion pattern.Data:Beat | Swing Position Number-------+-------1 | 2 position2 | 4 position3 | 6 position4 | 8 positionIf the pattern continues, what value comes next?

A8 position

B12 position

C10 position

D2 position

Solution & Explanation:The pattern moves up by 2 positions each beat, so the next value is 10 position.

Problem 3Difficulty: Mastery

Nora's group at the schoolyard records observations on a river chart.A student records a motion pattern.Data:Trial | Marble Distance-------+-------1 | 3 cm2 | 6 cm3 | 9 cm4 | 12 cmIf the pattern continues, what value comes next?

A12 cm

B15 cm

C18 cm

D3 cm

Solution & Explanation:The pattern increases by 3 cm each trial, so the next value is 15 cm.

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This worksheet is designed specifically for Grade 3 Science students. It aligns with educational standard SCI.3.3 (Grade 3 science skill focused on Patterns of Motion and Prediction.).