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1. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 12 m long and 11 m wide. Fencing costs £4 per metre. Work out the cost of fencing all four sides of the garden. Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £184

   Perimeter = 2 × (12 + 11) = 46 m. Cost = 46 × £4 = £184.

2. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 14 m long and 10 m wide. Fencing costs £12 per metre. Work out the cost of fencing all four sides of the garden. Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £576

   Perimeter = 2 × (14 + 10) = 48 m. Cost = 48 × £12 = £576.