AQA GCSE Mathematics

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1. 2 marks · foundation tier

   A coat normally costs £20. In a sale, all prices are reduced by 50%. Work out the sale price of the coat. Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £10

   50% of £20 = £10. Sale price: £20 − £10 = £10.

2. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 8 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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   £280

   Perimeter = 2 × (8 + 6) = 28 m. Cost = 28 × £10 = £280.