Mathematics

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1. 2 marks · foundation tier

   Isla buys 2 pens at £1.70 each and pays with a £5 note. How much change should Isla get? Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £1.60

   2 × £1.70 = £3.40. Change: £5 − £3.40 = £1.60.

2. 2 marks · foundation tier

   A lorry travels 135 km in 3 hours. Work out the average speed in km/h.

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   45

   Speed = distance ÷ time = 135 ÷ 3 = 45 km/h.