Mathematics

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1. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 7 m long and 4 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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   £264

   Perimeter = 2 × (7 + 4) = 22 m. Cost = 22 × £12 = £264.

2. 2 marks · foundation tier

   Grace buys 2 plants at £2.95 each and pays with a £10 note. How much change should Grace get? Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £4.10

   2 × £2.95 = £5.90. Change: £10 − £5.90 = £4.10.