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Band 8+: The graph below shows the average trip length (in miles) among U.S. children aged 5 to 15 years old. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons when relevant.

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The image displays a line chart mapping six categories (walking, cycling, bus, car, train, taxi) against years (1970, 1980, 1990, 2000, 2010, 2020). The data points for each category are as follows, in chronological order: walking: 16, 12, 8, 4, 6, 8; cycling: 28, 25, 22, 21, 19, 18; bus: 28, 31, 33, 35, 36, 38; car: 20, 25, 30, 32, 30, 28; train: 17, 22, 17, 22, 17, 22; and taxi: 5, 10, 15, 10, 5, 20.

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The chart illustrates the average journey distance of 5 to 15-year-olds in the United States from 1970 until 2020. Overall, the distance travelled by bus and car increased, but the distance travelled by walking and cycling decreased.

In 1970, the average trip by bus was approximately 28 miles, and this grew steadily throughout the period to finish at roughly 38 miles in 2020, meaning it had the highest figure for every year shown. The distance travelled by car increased from about 20 miles in 1970 to around 33 in 2000 but fell steadily for the rest of the period to finish with approximately 27.

The distance travelled by walking decreased from 1970 to 2000, with around 16 and 5 miles respectively; however, it increased for the rest of the period to reach roughly 8 miles in 2020. Cycling began with the same figure as travelling by bus with about 38 miles on average, but this mode of transport saw a steady drop until 2020 when its final number was roughly 18 miles.

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miles: 7

distance: 5

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increased: 3

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Task Response

The report effectively addresses the task by summarizing the main trends and making relevant comparisons. It correctly identifies the overall increase in bus and car travel and the decrease in walking and cycling. However, there are a few inaccuracies and omissions: the initial cycling figure is incorrectly stated as 38 miles instead of 28, and the train and taxi categories are not mentioned. To improve, ensure all data categories are covered and double-check specific figures. The structure is clear, and the language is appropriate for the task.

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The report is well-organized and easy to follow. It begins with a clear overview and then presents the data in logical paragraphs. However, the final paragraph could be more clearly linked to the previous ones, and the report would benefit from a concluding sentence to round off the summary. Overall, the flow is smooth and the paragraphing is appropriate.

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The vocabulary used is appropriate and varied, with good use of synonyms (e.g., 'grew steadily', 'fell steadily', 'increased', 'decreased'). The report demonstrates a good range of language for describing trends. To reach a higher band, you could incorporate more sophisticated and precise vocabulary, such as 'peaked', 'plateaued', or 'fluctuated', and ensure all terms are used accurately (e.g., 'final number' could be 'final figure'). Pay attention to vocabulary repetition to improve the overall score.

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The report demonstrates a wide range of grammatical structures used accurately and flexibly. Sentences are well-constructed, and punctuation is correct throughout. There are no noticeable grammar errors, and the report is clear and precise. This is a strong performance in this criterion.

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