Question 1Paper 1 style · no calculator
Concrete is mixed from cement, sand and gravel in the ratio . How much sand is in kg of the mix?
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| Goals scored | Number of matches |
|---|---|
| 0 | 3 |
| 1 | 8 |
| 2 | 6 |
| 3 | 5 |
| 4 | 2 |
The table shows the number of goals a hockey team scored in each of its matches last season. Calculate the mean number of goals per match, to 1 decimal place.
Question 3Paper 1 style · no calculator
A rectangular field is m long and m wide. Jamie walks from one corner to the opposite corner straight across the field instead of along two edges. How much shorter is his route?
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In a raffle, tickets are sold and one is drawn for first prize. Lena buys tickets. What is the probability that she wins first prize, as a percentage?
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