Mathematics

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1. 2 marks · foundation tier

   Yusuf buys 3 candles at £2.05 each and pays with a £10 note. How much change should Yusuf get? Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £3.85

   3 × £2.05 = £6.15. Change: £10 − £6.15 = £3.85.

2. 2 marks · foundation tier

   Femi and Jack share £45 in the ratio 1 : 2. How much does Jack get? Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £30

   1 + 2 = 3 parts. £45 ÷ 3 = £15 per part. Jack gets 2 × £15 = £30.