AQA GCSE Mathematics

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1. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 13 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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   £504

   Perimeter = 2 × (13 + 8) = 42 m. Cost = 42 × £12 = £504.

2. 2 marks · foundation tier

   Amara and Noah share £84 in the ratio 4 : 3. How much does Noah get? Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £36

   4 + 3 = 7 parts. £84 ÷ 7 = £12 per part. Noah gets 3 × £12 = £36.