Mathematics

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1. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 10 m long and 8 m wide. Fencing costs £5 per metre. Work out the cost of fencing all four sides of the garden. Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £180

   Perimeter = 2 × (10 + 8) = 36 m. Cost = 36 × £5 = £180.

2. 2 marks · foundation tier

   Amara and Ben share £100 in the ratio 3 : 2. How much does Ben get? Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £40

   3 + 2 = 5 parts. £100 ÷ 5 = £20 per part. Ben gets 2 × £20 = £40.