Mathematics

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1. 2 marks · foundation tier

   Isla buys 5 books at £1.40 each and pays with a £10 note. How much change should Isla get? Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £3

   5 × £1.40 = £7. Change: £10 − £7 = £3.

2. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 9 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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   £156

   Perimeter = 2 × (9 + 4) = 26 m. Cost = 26 × £6 = £156.