Mathematics

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1. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 14 m long and 8 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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   £528

   Perimeter = 2 × (14 + 8) = 44 m. Cost = 44 × £12 = £528.

2. 2 marks · foundation tier

   Yusuf buys 4 pens at £0.55 each and pays with a £10 note. How much change should Yusuf get? Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £7.80

   4 × £0.55 = £2.20. Change: £10 − £2.20 = £7.80.