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1. 2 marks · foundation tier

   Jack buys 5 mugs at £2.65 each and pays with a £50 note. How much change should Jack get? Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £36.75

   5 × £2.65 = £13.25. Change: £50 − £13.25 = £36.75.

2. 2 marks · foundation tier

   A jacket normally costs £140. In a sale, all prices are reduced by 10%. Work out the sale price of the jacket. Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £126

   10% of £140 = £14. Sale price: £140 − £14 = £126.