Mathematics

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1. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 13 m long and 11 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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   £576

   Perimeter = 2 × (13 + 11) = 48 m. Cost = 48 × £12 = £576.

2. 2 marks · foundation tier

   Mia buys 2 candles at £0.80 each and pays with a £10 note. How much change should Mia get? Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £8.40

   2 × £0.80 = £1.60. Change: £10 − £1.60 = £8.40.