Mathematics

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1. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 13 m long and 10 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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   £460

   Perimeter = 2 × (13 + 10) = 46 m. Cost = 46 × £10 = £460.

2. 2 marks · foundation tier

   A train travels 425 km in 5 hours. Work out the average speed in km/h.

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   85

   Speed = distance ÷ time = 425 ÷ 5 = 85 km/h.