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1. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 15 m long and 10 m wide. Fencing costs £4 per metre. Work out the cost of fencing all four sides of the garden. Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £200

   Perimeter = 2 × (15 + 10) = 50 m. Cost = 50 × £4 = £200.

2. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 6 m long and 5 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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   £110

   Perimeter = 2 × (6 + 5) = 22 m. Cost = 22 × £5 = £110.