Mathematics

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1. 2 marks · foundation tier

   Amara buys 3 sandwiches at £0.55 each and pays with a £5 note. How much change should Amara get? Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £3.35

   3 × £0.55 = £1.65. Change: £5 − £1.65 = £3.35.

2. 2 marks · foundation tier

   A guitar normally costs £180. In a sale, all prices are reduced by 50%. Work out the sale price of the guitar. Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £90

   50% of £180 = £90. Sale price: £180 − £90 = £90.