Mathematics

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1. 2 marks · foundation tier

   Mia buys 3 candles at £1.95 each and pays with a £20 note. How much change should Mia get? Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £14.15

   3 × £1.95 = £5.85. Change: £20 − £5.85 = £14.15.

2. 2 marks · foundation tier

   A games console normally costs £200. In a sale, all prices are reduced by 50%. Work out the sale price of the games console. Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £100

   50% of £200 = £100. Sale price: £200 − £100 = £100.