Band 8+: 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 chart illustrates the proportion of the total population in countries such as India, China, USA, and Japan in 1950 and 2002. There are also the predictions for 2050.

Overall, India has seen a growing trend in the share of its population in the world, whereas a decrease in this indicator has been witnessed by other countries. Additionally, Japan appeared to have the least number of residents compared with others.

Regarding 1950, the highest percentage of the total world population was in China (23%), while Japan had a mere proportion of it (4%). The second most populous country was India (15%), followed by the USA, which amounted to 7%. As for 2002, India witnessed a growth of the number of its residents by approximately 2%, whereas China, USA, and Japan had a decrease in their share of the world population, making up 20%, 5%, and 3% respectively.

In terms of projections, India is supposed to continue growing in this indicator and reach 18% by 2050. In contrast, China and Japan will witness a decline, which will constitute 15% and 2% respectively. The proportion of population will stay stable in the USA, holding 5%.