Mathematics

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1. 2 marks · foundation tier

   Priya and Zara share £80 in the ratio 2 : 3. How much does Zara get? Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £48

   2 + 3 = 5 parts. £80 ÷ 5 = £16 per part. Zara gets 3 × £16 = £48.

2. 2 marks · foundation tier

   Sam buys 4 sandwiches at £1.60 each and pays with a £10 note. How much change should Sam get? Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £3.60

   4 × £1.60 = £6.40. Change: £10 − £6.40 = £3.60.