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1. 2 marks · foundation tier

   A bike normally costs £160. In a sale, all prices are reduced by 20%. Work out the sale price of the bike. Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £128

   20% of £160 = £32. Sale price: £160 − £32 = £128.

2. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 15 m long and 5 m wide. Fencing costs £10 per metre. Work out the cost of fencing all four sides of the garden. Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £400

   Perimeter = 2 × (15 + 5) = 40 m. Cost = 40 × £10 = £400.