AQA GCSE Mathematics

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1. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 14 m long and 9 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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   £368

   Perimeter = 2 × (14 + 9) = 46 m. Cost = 46 × £8 = £368.

2. 2 marks · foundation tier

   Jack buys 5 tickets at £0.85 each and pays with a £5 note. How much change should Jack get? Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £0.75

   5 × £0.85 = £4.25. Change: £5 − £4.25 = £0.75.