Mathematics

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1. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 14 m long and 11 m wide. Fencing costs £12 per metre. Work out the cost of fencing all four sides of the garden. Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £600

   Perimeter = 2 × (14 + 11) = 50 m. Cost = 50 × £12 = £600.

2. 2 marks · foundation tier

   Rosie buys 4 pens at £1.30 each and pays with a £10 note. How much change should Rosie get? Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £4.80

   4 × £1.30 = £5.20. Change: £10 − £5.20 = £4.80.