What Comes After 311311222112 in This Number Sequence?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around identifying the next number in a specific sequence of numbers, which appears to follow a pattern based on the "look-and-say" sequence. Participants explore the logic behind the sequence and share their interpretations of how to derive subsequent rows.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Conceptual clarification, Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant proposes that the next number in the sequence after 311311222112 is 13211321322112.
  • Another participant suggests that revealing the answer directly may hinder others' ability to deduce the pattern themselves.
  • A later reply explains that each row describes the count of digits in the previous row, indicating a method of reading the rows rather than providing a definitive answer.
  • There is a concern expressed about maintaining the challenge of the puzzle while sharing insights.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree on the method of deriving the next number but express differing views on how to share answers without spoiling the challenge for others. The exact next number remains a point of contention.

Contextual Notes

Some participants note the importance of not revealing answers outright to preserve the exploratory nature of the discussion. There is also an acknowledgment that the sequence has appeared in other forums, suggesting a broader context for the puzzle.

Who May Find This Useful

Individuals interested in number sequences, mathematical puzzles, or logic problems may find this discussion relevant.

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What row of numbers comes next?

2
12
1112
3112
132112
1113122112
311311222112
 
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13211321322112 ?
 
Yup! Would be appreciated if you used [ color = black] and [/color] so that others can figure it out without seeing the answer as well. :) Its ok though :-P
 
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dontdisturbmycircles said:
Yup! Would be appreciated if you used [ color = black] and [/color] so that others can figure it out without seeing the answer as well. :) Its ok though :-P
Not that seeing the answer is any help! :rolleyes:

(1113122113121113222112)
 
Oh right, sorry about that. As long as we don't spoil the logic though, people can keep trying to figure it out for themselves anyway. :)
 
No worries. :smile:
 
If you don't mind me asking, how did you do it?
 
This one pops up from time to time in the Brain Teasers forum.
Answer: Not an answer, just how to read the rows.
Except for the first row, each row is a manifest for the row above. That is the first row has one 2 in it. The second row has one 1 and one 2 in it. etc.
 

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