Mathematics

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1. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 9 m long and 3 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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   £192

   Perimeter = 2 × (9 + 3) = 24 m. Cost = 24 × £8 = £192.

2. 2 marks · foundation tier

   Zara buys 4 tickets at £1.20 each and pays with a £5 note. How much change should Zara get? Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £0.20

   4 × £1.20 = £4.80. Change: £5 − £4.80 = £0.20.