AQA GCSE Mathematics

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1. 2 marks · foundation tier

   Hamza and Ben share £140 in the ratio 3 : 4. How much does Ben get? Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £80

   3 + 4 = 7 parts. £140 ÷ 7 = £20 per part. Ben gets 4 × £20 = £80.

2. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 7 m long and 5 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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   £240

   Perimeter = 2 × (7 + 5) = 24 m. Cost = 24 × £10 = £240.