AQA GCSE Mathematics

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1. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 12 m long and 10 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 × (12 + 10) = 44 m. Cost = 44 × £12 = £528.

2. 2 marks · foundation tier

   Amara buys 5 sandwiches at £2.65 each and pays with a £50 note. How much change should Amara get? Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £36.75

   5 × £2.65 = £13.25. Change: £50 − £13.25 = £36.75.