Mathematics

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1. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 15 m long and 12 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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   £216

   Perimeter = 2 × (15 + 12) = 54 m. Cost = 54 × £4 = £216.

2. 2 marks · foundation tier

   Chloe and Priya share £112 in the ratio 2 : 5. How much does Priya get? Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £80

   2 + 5 = 7 parts. £112 ÷ 7 = £16 per part. Priya gets 5 × £16 = £80.