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1. 2 marks · foundation tier

   A coat normally costs £160. In a sale, all prices are reduced by 10%. Work out the sale price of the coat. Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £144

   10% of £160 = £16. Sale price: £160 − £16 = £144.

2. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 15 m long and 4 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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   £380

   Perimeter = 2 × (15 + 4) = 38 m. Cost = 38 × £10 = £380.