Mathematics

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1. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 8 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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   £104

   Perimeter = 2 × (8 + 5) = 26 m. Cost = 26 × £4 = £104.

2. 2 marks · foundation tier

   Grace buys 3 mugs at £2.50 each and pays with a £20 note. How much change should Grace get? Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £12.50

   3 × £2.50 = £7.50. Change: £20 − £7.50 = £12.50.