AQA GCSE Mathematics

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1. 2 marks · foundation tier

   Hamza and Amara share £84 in the ratio 1 : 5. How much does Amara get? Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £70

   1 + 5 = 6 parts. £84 ÷ 6 = £14 per part. Amara gets 5 × £14 = £70.

2. 2 marks · foundation tier

   Isla buys 3 tickets at £1.15 each and pays with a £10 note. How much change should Isla get? Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £6.55

   3 × £1.15 = £3.45. Change: £10 − £3.45 = £6.55.