Mathematics

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1. 2 marks · foundation tier

   Noah and Dev share £136 in the ratio 3 : 5. How much does Dev get? Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £85

   3 + 5 = 8 parts. £136 ÷ 8 = £17 per part. Dev gets 5 × £17 = £85.

2. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 6 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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   £80

   Perimeter = 2 × (6 + 4) = 20 m. Cost = 20 × £4 = £80.