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1. 2 marks · foundation tier

   Ben buys 2 plants at £0.85 each and pays with a £5 note. How much change should Ben get? Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £3.30

   2 × £0.85 = £1.70. Change: £5 − £1.70 = £3.30.

2. 2 marks · foundation tier

   A pair of trainers normally costs £140. In a sale, all prices are reduced by 25%. Work out the sale price of the pair of trainers. Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £105

   25% of £140 = £35. Sale price: £140 − £35 = £105.