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1. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 7 m long and 3 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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   £100

   Perimeter = 2 × (7 + 3) = 20 m. Cost = 20 × £5 = £100.

2. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 13 m long and 11 m wide. Fencing costs £6 per metre. Work out the cost of fencing all four sides of the garden. Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £288

   Perimeter = 2 × (13 + 11) = 48 m. Cost = 48 × £6 = £288.