Mathematics

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1. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 11 m long and 4 m wide. Fencing costs £6 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 + 4) = 30 m. Cost = 30 × £6 = £180.

2. 2 marks · foundation tier

   Sam and Tariq share £27 in the ratio 2 : 1. How much does Tariq get? Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £9

   2 + 1 = 3 parts. £27 ÷ 3 = £9 per part. Tariq gets 1 × £9 = £9.