Mathematics

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1. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 9 m long and 5 m wide. Fencing costs £6 per metre. Work out the cost of fencing all four sides of the garden. Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £168

   Perimeter = 2 × (9 + 5) = 28 m. Cost = 28 × £6 = £168.

2. 2 marks · foundation tier

   Amara buys 4 sandwiches at £2 each and pays with a £20 note. How much change should Amara get? Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £12

   4 × £2 = £8. Change: £20 − £8 = £12.