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1. 2 marks · foundation tier

   A bike normally costs £100. In a sale, all prices are reduced by 50%. Work out the sale price of the bike. Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £50

   50% of £100 = £50. Sale price: £100 − £50 = £50.

2. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 12 m long and 7 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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   £456

   Perimeter = 2 × (12 + 7) = 38 m. Cost = 38 × £12 = £456.