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1. 2 marks · foundation tier

   A coat normally costs £80. In a sale, all prices are reduced by 50%. Work out the sale price of the coat. Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £40

   50% of £80 = £40. Sale price: £80 − £40 = £40.

2. 2 marks · foundation tier

   Zara and Tariq share £15 in the ratio 4 : 1. How much does Tariq get? Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £3

   4 + 1 = 5 parts. £15 ÷ 5 = £3 per part. Tariq gets 1 × £3 = £3.