Mathematics

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1. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 12 m long and 7 m wide. Fencing costs £8 per metre. Work out the cost of fencing all four sides of the garden. Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £304

   Perimeter = 2 × (12 + 7) = 38 m. Cost = 38 × £8 = £304.

2. 2 marks · foundation tier

   Tariq and Ben share £108 in the ratio 5 : 1. How much does Ben get? Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £18

   5 + 1 = 6 parts. £108 ÷ 6 = £18 per part. Ben gets 1 × £18 = £18.