Band 7+: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. The bar chart shows the percentage of the total world population in 4 countries in 1950 and 2002, and projections for 2050. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant. You should write at least 150 words.

The bar graph displays the ratio of the total earth human population in four states in 1950 & 2002, and projections for 2025.

Overall, the proportion of the world’s population in Country China and Country Japan is expected to decrease steadily, while Country India is projected to see an increase. Country USA population share is likely to remain relatively stable throughout the period.

In 1950, China accounted for the highest proportion of the global population among the four countries, with nearly 23%. India followed closely at around 15%. The USA and Japan had significantly smaller shares, at approximately 7% and 4%, respectively.

By 2002, China’s proportion had slightly decreased, while India’s had increased. The USA’s share remained relatively stable, whereas Japan experienced a slight decline.

Looking ahead to 2050, India is expected to overtake China in terms of population share, reaching nearly 19%, while China’s share is predicted to fall below that. The USA’s proportion is likely to remain steady, whereas Japan’s share is projected to decline further, continuing the downward trend observed since 1950.