Mathematics

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1. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 8 m long and 5 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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   £312

   Perimeter = 2 × (8 + 5) = 26 m. Cost = 26 × £12 = £312.

2. 2 marks · foundation tier

   Yusuf buys 3 books at £2.15 each and pays with a £20 note. How much change should Yusuf get? Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £13.55

   3 × £2.15 = £6.45. Change: £20 − £6.45 = £13.55.