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1. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 10 m long and 7 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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   £170

   Perimeter = 2 × (10 + 7) = 34 m. Cost = 34 × £5 = £170.

2. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 15 m long and 12 m wide. Fencing costs £6 per metre. Work out the cost of fencing all four sides of the garden. Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £324

   Perimeter = 2 × (15 + 12) = 54 m. Cost = 54 × £6 = £324.