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1. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 9 m long and 7 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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   £128

   Perimeter = 2 × (9 + 7) = 32 m. Cost = 32 × £4 = £128.

2. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 15 m long and 11 m wide. Fencing costs £8 per metre. Work out the cost of fencing all four sides of the garden. Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £416

   Perimeter = 2 × (15 + 11) = 52 m. Cost = 52 × £8 = £416.