Mathematics

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1. 2 marks · foundation tier

   A games console normally costs £20. In a sale, all prices are reduced by 25%. Work out the sale price of the games console. Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £15

   25% of £20 = £5. Sale price: £20 − £5 = £15.

2. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 9 m long and 7 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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   £256

   Perimeter = 2 × (9 + 7) = 32 m. Cost = 32 × £8 = £256.