AQA GCSE Mathematics

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1. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 15 m long and 8 m wide. Fencing costs £5 per metre. Work out the cost of fencing all four sides of the garden. Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £230

   Perimeter = 2 × (15 + 8) = 46 m. Cost = 46 × £5 = £230.

2. 2 marks · foundation tier

   Tariq and Noah share £76 in the ratio 1 : 3. How much does Noah get? Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £57

   1 + 3 = 4 parts. £76 ÷ 4 = £19 per part. Noah gets 3 × £19 = £57.