Mathematics

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1. 2 marks · foundation tier

   A games console normally costs £120. In a sale, all prices are reduced by 25%. Work out the sale price of the games console. Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £90

   25% of £120 = £30. Sale price: £120 − £30 = £90.

2. 2 marks · foundation tier

   Zara and Yusuf share £49 in the ratio 5 : 2. How much does Yusuf get? Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £14

   5 + 2 = 7 parts. £49 ÷ 7 = £7 per part. Yusuf gets 2 × £7 = £14.