Mathematics

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1. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 9 m long and 3 m wide. Fencing costs £8 per metre. Work out the cost of fencing all four sides of the garden. Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £192

   Perimeter = 2 × (9 + 3) = 24 m. Cost = 24 × £8 = £192.

2. 2 marks · foundation tier

   Hamza and Tariq share £36 in the ratio 1 : 5. How much does Tariq get? Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £30

   1 + 5 = 6 parts. £36 ÷ 6 = £6 per part. Tariq gets 5 × £6 = £30.