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1. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 6 m long and 4 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 × (6 + 4) = 20 m. Cost = 20 × £5 = £100.

2. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 11 m long and 3 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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   £168

   Perimeter = 2 × (11 + 3) = 28 m. Cost = 28 × £6 = £168.