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1. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 7 m long and 6 m wide. Fencing costs £4 per metre. Work out the cost of fencing all four sides of the garden. Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £104

   Perimeter = 2 × (7 + 6) = 26 m. Cost = 26 × £4 = £104.

2. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 14 m long and 10 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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   £480

   Perimeter = 2 × (14 + 10) = 48 m. Cost = 48 × £10 = £480.