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Some problems can be solved by recognizing a pattern. Make a table to help you.
Daniel arranged loaves of bread on 6 shelves in the bakery. He put 1 loaf on the top shelf, 3 loaves on the second shelf, and 5 loaves on the third shelf. If he continues this pattern, how many loaves did Daniel put on the 6th shelf?
I'll make a table and look for a pattern.
| Shelf | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 |
| Loaves | 1 | 3 | 5 | 7 | 9 | 11 |
I see the pattern. There are 2 more loaves on each shelf. I've completed the table to shelf 6.
Daniel put 11 loaves on shelf 6.