Mathematics

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1. 2 marks · foundation tier

   Amara buys 5 books at £1.55 each and pays with a £20 note. How much change should Amara get? Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £12.25

   5 × £1.55 = £7.75. Change: £20 − £7.75 = £12.25.

2. 2 marks · foundation tier

   A lorry travels 270 km in 3 hours. Work out the average speed in km/h.

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   90

   Speed = distance ÷ time = 270 ÷ 3 = 90 km/h.