Mathematics

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1. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 13 m long and 6 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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   £456

   Perimeter = 2 × (13 + 6) = 38 m. Cost = 38 × £12 = £456.

2. 2 marks · foundation tier

   Priya and Ben share £40 in the ratio 4 : 1. How much does Ben get? Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £8

   4 + 1 = 5 parts. £40 ÷ 5 = £8 per part. Ben gets 1 × £8 = £8.