Mathematics

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1. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 9 m long and 5 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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   £168

   Perimeter = 2 × (9 + 5) = 28 m. Cost = 28 × £6 = £168.

2. 2 marks · foundation tier

   Femi and Dev share £80 in the ratio 3 : 5. How much does Dev get? Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £50

   3 + 5 = 8 parts. £80 ÷ 8 = £10 per part. Dev gets 5 × £10 = £50.