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1. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 7 m long and 6 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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   £130

   Perimeter = 2 × (7 + 6) = 26 m. Cost = 26 × £5 = £130.

2. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 8 m long and 3 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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   £176

   Perimeter = 2 × (8 + 3) = 22 m. Cost = 22 × £8 = £176.