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1. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 8 m long and 5 m wide. Fencing costs £5 per metre. Work out the cost of fencing all four sides of the garden. Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £130

   Perimeter = 2 × (8 + 5) = 26 m. Cost = 26 × £5 = £130.

2. 2 marks · foundation tier

   Kai and Jack share £42 in the ratio 5 : 1. How much does Jack get? Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £7

   5 + 1 = 6 parts. £42 ÷ 6 = £7 per part. Jack gets 1 × £7 = £7.