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1. 2 marks · foundation tier

   A tent normally costs £60. In a sale, all prices are reduced by 50%. Work out the sale price of the tent. Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £30

   50% of £60 = £30. Sale price: £60 − £30 = £30.

2. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 11 m long and 7 m wide. Fencing costs £8 per metre. Work out the cost of fencing all four sides of the garden. Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £288

   Perimeter = 2 × (11 + 7) = 36 m. Cost = 36 × £8 = £288.