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Band 6+: The diagram below shows information about the amount of money spent on alcohol and drugs. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparison where relevant.

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The image presents a bar chart frequency distribution of expenditure on alcohol and drugs by year; for alcohol: 1975 - $146 billion, 1977 - $140 billion, 1980 - $104 billion, 1985 - $186 billion, 1992 - $148 billion; for drugs: 1975 - $35 billion, 1977 - $46 billion, 1980 - $65 billion, 1985 - $102 billion, 1992 - $98 billion.

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The bar chart compares and contrasts data on the changes in expenditure in drug and alcohol over an 18 year period from 1975 to 1992.

In general more people spent money on alcohol than on drugs over this whole period.

More specifically, despite obvious fluctuations in sales, the overall increase in sales of alcohol was from 146 in 1975 to 186 in 1980 a rise of 40 billion dollars , nearly double the amount spent on drugs at the same time. Moreover, the biggest difference was in 1975 – a difference of 111 billion dollars between drugs and alcohol. When it comes to the change during this period, alcohol rised by 2 billion dollars between 1975 and 1992 – from 146 to 148 $ ,while drugs increased from 35 to 98$ . Additionally the peak of drug spending 1980 was significantly approximate 102 billion dollars.

Both alcohol and drug spending fell slightly compared to their peaks at the end of this time period.

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The report adequately addresses the task by summarizing the main features of the bar chart and making relevant comparisons. The overall trends in alcohol and drug expenditure are identified, and specific data points are included to support the observations. However, there are some inaccuracies in the data cited (e.g., the peak of drug spending was in 1985, not 1980). To improve, ensure all data cited is accurate and consider a more structured approach to the body paragraphs, perhaps dedicating one paragraph to alcohol and another to drugs, to enhance clarity.

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The report presents a general overview and attempts to highlight key trends, but the organization could be improved for better flow. Consider grouping information more thematically, such as discussing alcohol and drug spending trends separately before making comparisons. Transitions between sentences and paragraphs could be smoother to enhance coherence.

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The vocabulary used is generally appropriate, but there's room for more precise and varied language to describe the trends and comparisons. For instance, instead of 'obvious fluctuations,' consider using more specific terms like 'noticeable variations' or 'considerable volatility.' Expanding the range of vocabulary will enhance the sophistication of the report.

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