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1. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 10 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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   £160

   Perimeter = 2 × (10 + 6) = 32 m. Cost = 32 × £5 = £160.

2. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 6 m long and 4 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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   £100

   Perimeter = 2 × (6 + 4) = 20 m. Cost = 20 × £5 = £100.