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 £6 per metre. Work out the cost of fencing all four sides of the garden. Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £276

   Perimeter = 2 × (15 + 8) = 46 m. Cost = 46 × £6 = £276.

2. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 10 m long and 8 m wide. Fencing costs £12 per metre. Work out the cost of fencing all four sides of the garden. Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £432

   Perimeter = 2 × (10 + 8) = 36 m. Cost = 36 × £12 = £432.