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Band 7+: The bar graph above shows average earnings in the Republic of Ireland in 5 different years, with projections for the future. Earnings are in US dollars ($). Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

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The image shows a bar graph of average earnings in the Republic of Ireland in 1968, 1978, 1988, 1998, 2008, and 2018, measured in US dollars. Earnings for 1968: $8,000, 1978: $12,000, 1988: $14,000, 1998: $15,000, 2008: $16,000, 2018: slightly above $16,000.

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The bar chart illustrates average earnings in the Republic of Ireland between 1968 and 2018. Figures are measured in US dollars.

Overall, average earnings increased moderately throughout the first thirty-year period. There was a slight decline. Despite this, the figure recovered and reached its highest point in the following decade.

In 1968, the average earnings were about $8000, which were the lowest value. It rose gradually to around $11 000 in 1978 and $13 000 in 1988. By 1998, earnings climbed to approximately $15 000.

However, the upward trend did not continue in the next decade. In 2008, the value dropped slightly to $14 000. Despite this, earnings jumped in 2018. The average income reached $20 000, which was the highest figure. This represented a substantial growth compared with the previous decade.

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Task Response

The report effectively addresses the task by describing the overall trend and providing specific data points for most years. The structure is clear, with an introduction, an overview, and detailed paragraphs. However, there are some inaccuracies in the data (e.g., 2008 earnings are stated as $14,000 instead of $16,000, and 2018 as $20,000 instead of slightly above $16,000). Additionally, the overview mentions a 'slight decline' but does not clearly specify when it occurs, and the final paragraph introduces a 'jump' in 2018 that is not supported by the visual description. To improve, ensure data accuracy and align the overview and details more closely with the given information. The report falls short of the required 150 words.

Coherence & Cohesion

The report has a clear overall structure with an introduction, an overview, and a detailed paragraph. However, the overview could be more precise and better reflect the main trends. The use of cohesive devices is adequate but sometimes slightly mechanical (e.g., 'Despite this'). Paragraphing is logical, but the flow between the overview and the details could be smoother. To improve, ensure the overview accurately summarises the key features without introducing minor inaccuracies, and use a wider range of linking phrases to enhance natural flow.

Lexical Resource

The vocabulary used is appropriate for the task, with words like 'illustrates', 'moderately', 'gradually', and 'substantial growth'. There is some good variation, but the range could be broader. For example, instead of repeating 'earnings' and 'value', synonyms like 'income', 'figures', or 'amounts' could be used. The phrasing is generally clear, but some expressions (e.g., 'the first thirty-year period') could be more precise. To improve, incorporate more sophisticated and varied vocabulary related to trends and comparisons. Boost vocabulary complexity to elevate the overall score.

Grammatical Range & Accuracy

The report demonstrates a good range of sentence structures, including simple and complex sentences. However, there are a few grammatical inaccuracies and awkward phrasings, such as 'There was a slight decline' without clear context, and 'the value dropped slightly to $14,000' which contradicts the visual description. Punctuation is mostly correct, but some sentences could be more concise. To improve, ensure all data points are accurately described and practice using a wider variety of grammatical structures with greater precision.

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