AQA GCSE Mathematics

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1. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 15 m long and 6 m wide. Fencing costs £10 per metre. Work out the cost of fencing all four sides of the garden. Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £420

   Perimeter = 2 × (15 + 6) = 42 m. Cost = 42 × £10 = £420.

2. 2 marks · foundation tier

   Noah and Sam share £80 in the ratio 3 : 1. How much does Sam get? Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £20

   3 + 1 = 4 parts. £80 ÷ 4 = £20 per part. Sam gets 1 × £20 = £20.