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Band 7+: The bar chart illustrates the percentage of household spending on different categories (food, transport, leisure, and education) in four countries in 2015.

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The image displays a bar chart titled 'Household Spending by Category in 2015', with the y-axis representing 'Percentage of Spending' from 0 to 40. Data is shown for four countries—UK, France, Japan, and Brazil—across four categories. For Food, spending percentages were: UK 25%, France 30%, Japan 35%, Brazil 40%. For Transport: UK 20%, France 25%, Japan 20%, Brazil 15%. For Leisure: UK 30%, France 20%, Japan 25%, Brazil 20%. For Education: UK 25%, France 25%, Japan 20%, Brazil 25%.

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The bar chart compares the percentage of money spent on different categories in four countries in 2015.

Overall, the highest percentage of money was spent on food in Brazil in 2015, while the percentage of money spent on transportation was the lowest in the same year.

In terms of spending, the percentage of money spent on food was the highest in Brazil in 2015, which was not only the highest figure for this category but in the chart. However, the figure for the UK was the lowest at 25 percent. Moreover, more than 30 percent of the money was spent on leisure in the UK, whereas the percentage was only 20 in France and Brazil.

For the remaining categories, the amount of money spent on transportation was 25 percent, while only 15 percent of the money was spent by Brazil in the same year. Subsequently, 25 percent of the money was spent by UK, France and Japan for education purposes, whereas the figure was only 20 percent for Japan.

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Grammar Mistakes: N/A

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percentage: 5

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brazil: 3

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Task Response

The report appropriately addresses the task by providing an overview and highlighting key data points. It covers all four categories and countries, with a clear structure. However, there are some minor inaccuracies and omissions: the transport figure for France is stated as 25% (correct), but the UK and Japan figures are not mentioned, and the education figure for Japan is incorrectly stated as 20% (it should be 20%? Actually, the visual description says Japan education is 20%, so that is correct, but the report says 'only 20 percent for Japan' which is accurate). The report also omits the transport figures for UK and Japan, and the leisure figure for Japan. To improve, ensure all key data points are included and double-check for consistency. Overall, the response is relevant and sufficient, with minor lapses.

Coherence & Cohesion

The report is logically organized with a clear overall statement and then a breakdown by categories. However, the flow could be improved by more effective use of cohesive devices. For instance, the transition from the first paragraph to the second is abrupt, and the phrase 'Subsequently' is used inappropriately as it implies a sequence of events rather than a comparison. Consider using a wider range of linking words and phrases (e.g., 'In contrast', 'Meanwhile', 'Turning to') to enhance the coherence and make the progression of ideas smoother.

Lexical Resource

The vocabulary used is appropriate for the task, with some good paraphrasing (e.g., 'percentage of money spent' instead of 'household spending'). However, there is some repetition of phrases like 'the percentage of money spent' and 'the figure', which could be varied to demonstrate a wider lexical range. Additionally, the phrase 'which was not only the highest figure for this category but in the chart' is slightly awkward; consider rephrasing to 'the highest figure both for this category and across the entire chart' for more natural expression. Pay attention to vocabulary repetition to improve the overall score.

Grammatical Range & Accuracy

The report demonstrates a good range of grammatical structures, including comparative forms and complex sentences. There are no significant grammar errors, and punctuation is used correctly. However, there is a minor issue with the phrase 'the percentage was only 20 in France and Brazil' where '20' should be '20%' for clarity. Additionally, the sentence 'the amount of money spent on transportation was 25 percent' lacks a clear subject (which country?), which could be clarified. Overall, the grammar is accurate and controlled.

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