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1. 2 marks · foundation tier

   A car travels 240 km in 3 hours. Work out the average speed in km/h.

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   80

   Speed = distance ÷ time = 240 ÷ 3 = 80 km/h.

2. 2 marks · foundation tier

   Zara buys 3 candles at £2.30 each and pays with a £20 note. How much change should Zara get? Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £13.10

   3 × £2.30 = £6.90. Change: £20 − £6.90 = £13.10.