AQA GCSE Mathematics

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1. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 12 m long and 5 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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   £272

   Perimeter = 2 × (12 + 5) = 34 m. Cost = 34 × £8 = £272.

2. 2 marks · foundation tier

   Femi buys 5 books at £2.90 each and pays with a £20 note. How much change should Femi get? Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £5.50

   5 × £2.90 = £14.50. Change: £20 − £14.50 = £5.50.