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1. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 15 m long and 3 m wide. Fencing costs £12 per metre. Work out the cost of fencing all four sides of the garden. Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £432

   Perimeter = 2 × (15 + 3) = 36 m. Cost = 36 × £12 = £432.

2. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 11 m long and 5 m wide. Fencing costs £10 per metre. Work out the cost of fencing all four sides of the garden. Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £320

   Perimeter = 2 × (11 + 5) = 32 m. Cost = 32 × £10 = £320.