Mathematics

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1. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 10 m long and 6 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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   £320

   Perimeter = 2 × (10 + 6) = 32 m. Cost = 32 × £10 = £320.

2. 2 marks · foundation tier

   Priya and Isla share £36 in the ratio 4 : 5. How much does Isla get? Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £20

   4 + 5 = 9 parts. £36 ÷ 9 = £4 per part. Isla gets 5 × £4 = £20.