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1. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 13 m long and 12 m wide. Fencing costs £8 per metre. Work out the cost of fencing all four sides of the garden. Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £400

   Perimeter = 2 × (13 + 12) = 50 m. Cost = 50 × £8 = £400.

2. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 7 m long and 4 m wide. Fencing costs £4 per metre. Work out the cost of fencing all four sides of the garden. Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £88

   Perimeter = 2 × (7 + 4) = 22 m. Cost = 22 × £4 = £88.