AQA GCSE Mathematics

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1. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 6 m long and 4 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 × (6 + 4) = 20 m. Cost = 20 × £4 = £80.

2. 2 marks · foundation tier

   Leah buys 4 sandwiches at £2.60 each and pays with a £50 note. How much change should Leah get? Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £39.60

   4 × £2.60 = £10.40. Change: £50 − £10.40 = £39.60.