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1. 2 marks · foundation tier

   A pair of trainers normally costs £80. In a sale, all prices are reduced by 50%. Work out the sale price of the pair of trainers. Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £40

   50% of £80 = £40. Sale price: £80 − £40 = £40.

2. 2 marks · foundation tier

   A games console normally costs £80. In a sale, all prices are reduced by 10%. Work out the sale price of the games console. Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £72

   10% of £80 = £8. Sale price: £80 − £8 = £72.