AQA GCSE Mathematics

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1. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 7 m long and 3 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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   £80

   Perimeter = 2 × (7 + 3) = 20 m. Cost = 20 × £4 = £80.

2. 2 marks · foundation tier

   Grace buys 2 mugs at £2.05 each and pays with a £5 note. How much change should Grace get? Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £0.90

   2 × £2.05 = £4.10. Change: £5 − £4.10 = £0.90.