Odd and Even Values for k

Marianne Parsons

Let's investigate different values for k in our "n-leaf rose" equation:

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When k is odd

It seems as though when k is an odd value, it is the number of pedals on our rose. So, n=k for our "n-leaf rose." Let's test some odd values of k to see if this is true.

Yes, we can see that when k is odd, k is the number of pedals on our rose.

When k is even

It seems as though when k is an even value, the number of pedals on our rose is 2k. So, n=2k for our "n-leaf rose." Let's test some different values of k to see if this is true.

Yes, we can see that when k is even, there are twice as many pedals on our rose.