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1. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 14 m long and 12 m wide. Fencing costs £6 per metre. Work out the cost of fencing all four sides of the garden. Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £312

   Perimeter = 2 × (14 + 12) = 52 m. Cost = 52 × £6 = £312.

2. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 14 m long and 5 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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   £190

   Perimeter = 2 × (14 + 5) = 38 m. Cost = 38 × £5 = £190.