The bar charts compare the percentage of money spent on food and other goods in France, Germany, and England in 1998 and 2008.
Overall, people in all three countries spent more on both food and other products in 2008 compared to 1998. France showed the biggest increase in spending on both categories, while England had the lowest percentage of spending in both years.
In terms of food, France had the most noticeable rise, from 15% in 1998 to 40% in 2008. Germany also saw an increase from about 25% to 30%, while spending in England rose slightly from around 10% to 15%.
For other goods, the spending pattern was similar. French people spent only about 10% in 1998, but this jumped to 40% in 2008. Germany saw a smaller rise from 20% to 25%. Again, England had the lowest spending, starting at 8% in 1998 and increasing to 35% in 2008.
In conclusion, all countries spent more money on food and other goods in 2008, with France showing the most significant growth.