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Band 7+: Have you ever worked with old people?

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Yes, I have. After graduating from university, I worked at a company where most of my colleagues were much older than me. It was a very valuable experience because I learned a lot from them, especially about professionalism and patience. They taught me how to stay calm in stressful situations and how to solve problems quickly, and that was a great experience for me.

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Yes, I have. After graduating from university, I worked at a company where most of my colleges were much older than me. I was a very valuable experience because I learned a lot from them, especially about professionalism and patience. They taught me how to stay calm in the stressful situations and how to solve problems quickly and that was a great experience for me.

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Task Response

The response is comprehensive and directly addresses the question. The candidate provides a clear and detailed account of their experience working with older colleagues, highlighting the valuable lessons learned. The answer is well-structured and delivered in a natural manner.

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