Mathematics

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1. 2 marks · foundation tier

   Zara and Noah share £88 in the ratio 3 : 5. How much does Noah get? Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £55

   3 + 5 = 8 parts. £88 ÷ 8 = £11 per part. Noah gets 5 × £11 = £55.

2. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 10 m long and 8 m wide. Fencing costs £10 per metre. Work out the cost of fencing all four sides of the garden. Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £360

   Perimeter = 2 × (10 + 8) = 36 m. Cost = 36 × £10 = £360.