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1. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 14 m long and 6 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 × (14 + 6) = 40 m. Cost = 40 × £10 = £400.

2. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 6 m long and 5 m wide. Fencing costs £8 per metre. Work out the cost of fencing all four sides of the garden. Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £176

   Perimeter = 2 × (6 + 5) = 22 m. Cost = 22 × £8 = £176.