Mathematics

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1. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 8 m long and 3 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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   £220

   Perimeter = 2 × (8 + 3) = 22 m. Cost = 22 × £10 = £220.

2. 2 marks · foundation tier

   Hamza buys 5 plants at £1.90 each and pays with a £20 note. How much change should Hamza get? Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £10.50

   5 × £1.90 = £9.50. Change: £20 − £9.50 = £10.50.