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1. 2 marks · foundation tier

   Jack buys 5 candles at £2.35 each and pays with a £50 note. How much change should Jack get? Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £38.25

   5 × £2.35 = £11.75. Change: £50 − £11.75 = £38.25.

2. 2 marks · foundation tier

   A bike normally costs £180. In a sale, all prices are reduced by 50%. Work out the sale price of the bike. Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £90

   50% of £180 = £90. Sale price: £180 − £90 = £90.