Mathematics

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1. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 8 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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   £208

   Perimeter = 2 × (8 + 5) = 26 m. Cost = 26 × £8 = £208.

2. 2 marks · foundation tier

   Sam and Tariq share £30 in the ratio 1 : 2. How much does Tariq get? Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £20

   1 + 2 = 3 parts. £30 ÷ 3 = £10 per part. Tariq gets 2 × £10 = £20.