Mathematics

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1. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 15 m long and 13 m wide. Fencing costs £6 per metre. Work out the cost of fencing all four sides of the garden. Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £336

   Perimeter = 2 × (15 + 13) = 56 m. Cost = 56 × £6 = £336.

2. 2 marks · foundation tier

   Ben buys 2 notebooks at £2.75 each and pays with a £20 note. How much change should Ben get? Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £14.50

   2 × £2.75 = £5.50. Change: £20 − £5.50 = £14.50.