Mathematics

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1. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 7 m long and 5 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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   £192

   Perimeter = 2 × (7 + 5) = 24 m. Cost = 24 × £8 = £192.

2. 2 marks · foundation tier

   Leah and Yusuf share £15 in the ratio 2 : 3. How much does Yusuf get? Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £9

   2 + 3 = 5 parts. £15 ÷ 5 = £3 per part. Yusuf gets 3 × £3 = £9.