Mathematics

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1. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 15 m long and 5 m wide. Fencing costs £4 per metre. Work out the cost of fencing all four sides of the garden. Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £160

   Perimeter = 2 × (15 + 5) = 40 m. Cost = 40 × £4 = £160.

2. 2 marks · foundation tier

   Ella buys 2 candles at £0.60 each and pays with a £10 note. How much change should Ella get? Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £8.80

   2 × £0.60 = £1.20. Change: £10 − £1.20 = £8.80.