Mathematics

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1. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 14 m long and 9 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 × (14 + 9) = 46 m. Cost = 46 × £4 = £184.

2. 2 marks · foundation tier

   A car travels 140 km in 2 hours. Work out the average speed in km/h.

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   70

   Speed = distance ÷ time = 140 ÷ 2 = 70 km/h.