Mathematics

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1. 2 marks · foundation tier

   Chloe buys 5 plants at £0.70 each and pays with a £5 note. How much change should Chloe get? Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £1.50

   5 × £0.70 = £3.50. Change: £5 − £3.50 = £1.50.

2. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 12 m long and 8 m wide. Fencing costs £10 per metre. Work out the cost of fencing all four sides of the garden. Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £400

   Perimeter = 2 × (12 + 8) = 40 m. Cost = 40 × £10 = £400.