Mathematics

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1. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 8 m long and 3 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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   £176

   Perimeter = 2 × (8 + 3) = 22 m. Cost = 22 × £8 = £176.

2. 2 marks · foundation tier

   Zara buys 3 pens at £2.80 each and pays with a £20 note. How much change should Zara get? Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £11.60

   3 × £2.80 = £8.40. Change: £20 − £8.40 = £11.60.