Mathematics

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1. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 10 m long and 8 m wide. Fencing costs £8 per metre. Work out the cost of fencing all four sides of the garden. Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £288

   Perimeter = 2 × (10 + 8) = 36 m. Cost = 36 × £8 = £288.

2. 2 marks · foundation tier

   Mia buys 3 candles at £2.45 each and pays with a £10 note. How much change should Mia get? Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £2.65

   3 × £2.45 = £7.35. Change: £10 − £7.35 = £2.65.