Mathematics

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1. 2 marks · foundation tier

   A tent normally costs £160. In a sale, all prices are reduced by 50%. Work out the sale price of the tent. Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £80

   50% of £160 = £80. Sale price: £160 − £80 = £80.

2. 2 marks · foundation tier

   Femi and Zara share £70 in the ratio 2 : 5. How much does Zara get? Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £50

   2 + 5 = 7 parts. £70 ÷ 7 = £10 per part. Zara gets 5 × £10 = £50.