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1. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 11 m long and 7 m wide. Fencing costs £5 per metre. Work out the cost of fencing all four sides of the garden. Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £180

   Perimeter = 2 × (11 + 7) = 36 m. Cost = 36 × £5 = £180.

2. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 10 m long and 9 m wide. Fencing costs £10 per metre. Work out the cost of fencing all four sides of the garden. Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £380

   Perimeter = 2 × (10 + 9) = 38 m. Cost = 38 × £10 = £380.