So:
The order of operations can be variable dependent on the number
The notation method effects pattern
The pattern can change if primes are always used
Etc.
How many ways can we change the rules? How many rules are there?
It is amazing just how much variation in pattern can be achieved just by changing and/or adding/subtracting rules.
There is the general rule of rules:
The fewer the rules, the less variable the pattern, and the inverse, the more rules the more variable the pattern.
Sorry for the late edit, but, I would also add that the fewer the rules the less adaptable as well...
So:
The order of operations can be variable dependent on the number
The notation method effects pattern
The pattern can change if primes are always used
Etc.
How many ways can we change the rules? How many rules are there?
It is amazing just how much variation in pattern can be achieved just by changing and/or adding/subtracting rules.
There is the general rule of rules:
The fewer the rules, the less variable the pattern, and the inverse, the more rules the more variable the pattern.
Sorry for the late edit, but, I would also add that the fewer the rules the less adaptable as well...