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1. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 10 m long and 6 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 × (10 + 6) = 32 m. Cost = 32 × £4 = £128.

2. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 13 m long and 9 m wide. Fencing costs £6 per metre. Work out the cost of fencing all four sides of the garden. Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £264

   Perimeter = 2 × (13 + 9) = 44 m. Cost = 44 × £6 = £264.