AQA GCSE Mathematics

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1. 2 marks · foundation tier

   Femi and Sam share £112 in the ratio 5 : 2. How much does Sam get? Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £32

   5 + 2 = 7 parts. £112 ÷ 7 = £16 per part. Sam gets 2 × £16 = £32.

2. 2 marks · foundation tier

   Hamza buys 4 candles at £1.15 each and pays with a £5 note. How much change should Hamza get? Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £0.40

   4 × £1.15 = £4.60. Change: £5 − £4.60 = £0.40.