Mathematics

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1. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 14 m long and 9 m wide. Fencing costs £12 per metre. Work out the cost of fencing all four sides of the garden. Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £552

   Perimeter = 2 × (14 + 9) = 46 m. Cost = 46 × £12 = £552.

2. 2 marks · foundation tier

   Dev buys 2 pens at £2.55 each and pays with a £20 note. How much change should Dev get? Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £14.90

   2 × £2.55 = £5.10. Change: £20 − £5.10 = £14.90.