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Band 6+: The chart below shows the average price per kilo of clothing imported into the European Union from seven major countries of origin in 1997 and 2003. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. Write at least 150 words.

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The image shows a bar chart detailing average clothing prices per kilo imported into the EU from specific countries in 1993 and 2003. Prices in pounds (£) are listed for each country: Argentina 1993 at 28, Argentina 2003 at 25; Brazil 1993 at 25, Brazil 2003 at 20; Japan 1993 at 15, Japan 2003 at 12; China 1993 at 10, China 2003 at 15; India 1993 at 8, India 2003 at 6; Bangladesh 1993 at 6, Bangladesh 2003 at 3.

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The data about the the average cost for one kilo of clothing transported into the European Union from seven different countries is presented by chart, in 1997 and 2003.

Overall, it is clear that 2 leading countries remained the dominant position by 2003, although they witnessed a reduction or did not change. In contrast, 3 other countries increased in the price, but none of them can took the leading position.

Focusing on 1997, the most expensive prices for imported clothing was Argentina and Brazil, with roughly 28 and 24 pounds respectively for per kilo of clothes. Although, Argentina saw a reduction in the next decade, it was still the most expensive country for importing clothes, whereas the Brazil did not alter. The price of Japan also witnessed a reduction, that made it almost one of the cheapest country in 2003.

China and India had the largest increase in the price among the all 7 countries, the grew from 10 and 6 pounds to 16 and 12 respectively. Bangladesh was the cheapest country, although it grew by 2003, but still was had the lowest price, around 5 pounds by 2003.

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countries: 4

price: 4

although: 3

reduction: 3

pounds: 3

country: 3

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Task Response

The report addresses the task and provides an overview, but it contains several inaccuracies and inconsistencies. The years are incorrectly stated as 1997 and 2003 instead of 1991 and 2003 (or 1993 and 2003 as per the visual description). Some data points are misreported (e.g., Brazil's price is said to be unchanged, but it actually decreased; China and India's increases are inaccurately described, and Bangladesh's price is said to have grown when it actually fell). The report also omits some countries and misinterprets trends. To improve, ensure accurate data representation, correct the years, and clearly describe all countries' changes. Additionally, avoid informal phrasing and grammatical errors for better clarity.

Coherence & Cohesion

The report has a clear overall structure with an introduction, overview, and body paragraphs. However, the flow is sometimes disrupted by awkward phrasing and unclear references (e.g., '2 leading countries', '3 other countries'). The use of cohesive devices is limited and sometimes inaccurate (e.g., 'Although' used incorrectly). Paragraphing is present but could be more logically organized to separate trends more clearly. To improve, use a wider range of linking words accurately and ensure each paragraph has a clear central idea.

Lexical Resource

The vocabulary is adequate for the task, with some good attempts at paraphrasing (e.g., 'witnessed a reduction', 'dominant position'). However, there are repetitions (e.g., 'price', 'country') and some imprecise word choices (e.g., 'transported into' instead of 'imported into', 'took the leading position'). To improve, use more varied and precise vocabulary, and avoid informal or awkward expressions. Also, ensure correct collocations (e.g., 'saw a reduction' is fine, but 'witnessed a reduction' is more formal).

Grammatical Range & Accuracy

The report contains a mix of simple and complex sentences, but there are several grammatical errors that affect clarity. Examples include subject-verb agreement ('the most expensive prices was'), incorrect verb forms ('can took'), and missing articles ('the Brazil'). Punctuation is sometimes incorrect (e.g., 'Although,'). To improve, focus on accurate use of tenses, subject-verb agreement, and article usage. Also, vary sentence structures more to demonstrate flexibility.

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