AQA GCSE Mathematics

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1. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 11 m long and 9 m wide. Fencing costs £4 per metre. Work out the cost of fencing all four sides of the garden. Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £160

   Perimeter = 2 × (11 + 9) = 40 m. Cost = 40 × £4 = £160.

2. 2 marks · foundation tier

   Jack and Amara share £60 in the ratio 2 : 1. How much does Amara get? Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £20

   2 + 1 = 3 parts. £60 ÷ 3 = £20 per part. Amara gets 1 × £20 = £20.