Mathematics

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1. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 15 m long and 11 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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   £208

   Perimeter = 2 × (15 + 11) = 52 m. Cost = 52 × £4 = £208.

2. 2 marks · foundation tier

   Grace buys 2 pens at £2.80 each and pays with a £10 note. How much change should Grace get? Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £4.40

   2 × £2.80 = £5.60. Change: £10 − £5.60 = £4.40.