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1. 2 marks · foundation tier

   A bike normally costs £60. In a sale, all prices are reduced by 10%. Work out the sale price of the bike. Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £54

   10% of £60 = £6. Sale price: £60 − £6 = £54.

2. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 7 m long and 6 m wide. Fencing costs £12 per metre. Work out the cost of fencing all four sides of the garden. Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £312

   Perimeter = 2 × (7 + 6) = 26 m. Cost = 26 × £12 = £312.