The first 3 figures in a pattern are shown.
Figure 1
Figure 2 Figure 3
= 1 small square
Which of the following functions represents f(n), the number of small squares in figure n?
A. f(n) = 2n2 + 1
OB. f(n) = (n + 1)2 - 1
OC. f(n) = (n + 1)2 + 1
o D. f(n) = n2 - 1
