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1. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 12 m long and 4 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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   £384

   Perimeter = 2 × (12 + 4) = 32 m. Cost = 32 × £12 = £384.

2. 2 marks · foundation tier

   Noah and Leah share £90 in the ratio 1 : 5. How much does Leah get? Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £75

   1 + 5 = 6 parts. £90 ÷ 6 = £15 per part. Leah gets 5 × £15 = £75.