Mathematics

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1. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 11 m long and 7 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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   £432

   Perimeter = 2 × (11 + 7) = 36 m. Cost = 36 × £12 = £432.

2. 2 marks · foundation tier

   Ben and Yusuf share £64 in the ratio 5 : 3. How much does Yusuf get? Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £24

   5 + 3 = 8 parts. £64 ÷ 8 = £8 per part. Yusuf gets 3 × £8 = £24.