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1. 2 marks · foundation tier

   A jacket normally costs £20. In a sale, all prices are reduced by 50%. Work out the sale price of the jacket. Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £10

   50% of £20 = £10. Sale price: £20 − £10 = £10.

2. 2 marks · foundation tier

   Rosie buys 2 books at £2.80 each and pays with a £10 note. How much change should Rosie get? Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £4.40

   2 × £2.80 = £5.60. Change: £10 − £5.60 = £4.40.