Mathematics

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1. 2 marks · foundation tier

   Noah and Grace share £128 in the ratio 3 : 5. How much does Grace get? Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £80

   3 + 5 = 8 parts. £128 ÷ 8 = £16 per part. Grace gets 5 × £16 = £80.

2. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 12 m long and 4 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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   £128

   Perimeter = 2 × (12 + 4) = 32 m. Cost = 32 × £4 = £128.