Mathematics

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1. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 7 m long and 6 m wide. Fencing costs £5 per metre. Work out the cost of fencing all four sides of the garden. Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £130

   Perimeter = 2 × (7 + 6) = 26 m. Cost = 26 × £5 = £130.

2. 2 marks · foundation tier

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

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   £4.80

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