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1. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 6 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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   £88

   Perimeter = 2 × (6 + 5) = 22 m. Cost = 22 × £4 = £88.

2. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 12 m long and 4 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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   £192

   Perimeter = 2 × (12 + 4) = 32 m. Cost = 32 × £6 = £192.