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1. 3 marks · foundation tier

   A rectangular garden is 14 m long and 4 m wide. Fencing costs £6 per metre. Work out the cost of fencing all four sides of the garden. Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £216

   Perimeter = 2 × (14 + 4) = 36 m. Cost = 36 × £6 = £216.

2. 2 marks · foundation tier

   Amara and Isla share £70 in the ratio 2 : 3. How much does Isla get? Give your answer in pounds (£).

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   £42

   2 + 3 = 5 parts. £70 ÷ 5 = £14 per part. Isla gets 3 × £14 = £42.