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The image shows a bar chart with the number of US households (in millions) by annual income for the years 2007, 2011, and 2015. In 2007, households earning less than $25,000 were approximately 25 million, $25,000-$49,999 were around 25 million, $50,000-$74,999 were about 21 million, $75,000-$99,999 were close to 13 million, and $100,000 or more were just under 12 million. In 2011, less than $25,000 were roughly 28 million, $25,000-$49,999 were near 24 million, $50,000-$74,999 were roughly 20 million, $75,000-$99,999 were nearly 15 million, and $100,000 or more were around 14 million. In 2015, less than $25,000 were about 27 million, $25,000-$49,999 were close to 23 million, $50,000-$74,999 were around 21 million, $75,000-$99,999 were about 16 million, and $100,000 or more were approximately 19 million.

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The bar chart illustrates the number of households in the US by their annual income in 2007, 2011 and 2015.

Overall, it can be clearly seen that the number of households earning $100,000 or more increased over the period, while the number of households earning $25,000-$49,999 decreased over the period. In addition, the $50,000-$74,999 remained stable across the period.

In detail, in 2007, the number of households earning started at about 25 million in less than $25,000. Then it increased gradually to just below 30 million in 2011, after that in 2015, it slightly decreased to 26 million. In 2007, the number of households earning was 23 million in $25,000-$49,999, then it slightly rose to 30 million in 2011. However, in 2015, it slowly declined to 26 million. After that, the number of households earning remained unchanged at 21 million in $50,000-$74,999 through three years. In 2007, number of households earning was 14 million in $75,000-$99,999, while in 2011 it slightly declined to 13 millions. In contrast, in 2015 reached to 30 millions. Finally, the number of households earning was 29 million in 2007 in $100,000 or more, after that it declined to 25 million. However, in 2015, it reached to peack point and it was just below 35 million.

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Vocabulary Complexity:
A2 - Upper Beginner
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Grammar Mistakes: N/A

Vocabulary Repetition:

million: 11

number: 8

households: 8

earning: 7

after: 3

slightly: 3

declined: 3

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Task Response

The report addresses the task by describing the bar chart and identifying overall trends. However, there are several inaccuracies in the data presented, such as the figures for the $25,000-$49,999 and $75,000-$99,999 income brackets, which detract from the task achievement. The structure is logical, with an overview followed by detailed analysis, but the language could be more precise. To improve, focus on accurately reporting the data from the visual and avoid making unsupported claims. Additionally, ensure that the overview highlights key features without minor details, and use clear, varied vocabulary to describe trends.

Coherence & Cohesion

The report has a clear overall structure with an introduction, an overview, and a detailed paragraph. However, the cohesion could be improved. The use of linking words like 'then', 'after that', and 'however' is somewhat repetitive and mechanical. The paragraphing is acceptable but the flow within the detailed section could be smoother, as the reader has to follow the income categories in a somewhat disjointed manner. Consider using a wider range of cohesive devices and ensuring a more logical progression between sentences and ideas.

Lexical Resource

The vocabulary used is adequate for the task but lacks range and sophistication. Words like 'increased', 'decreased', 'rose', 'declined', and 'remained unchanged' are used repeatedly. There is some attempt at variation (e.g., 'gradually', 'slightly', 'slowly'), but the phrasing is often awkward (e.g., 'reached to peack point'). To improve, aim for a wider range of synonyms and more precise, natural collocations (e.g., 'a peak of', 'a steady increase', 'fluctuated'). Boost vocabulary complexity to elevate the overall score.

Grammatical Range & Accuracy

The report contains several grammatical errors and awkward structures that affect clarity. Examples include 'the number of households earning started at about 25 million in less than $25,000' (unclear phrasing), 'in 2015 reached to 30 millions' (missing subject, incorrect plural), and 'it reached to peack point' (spelling and preposition error). There is some attempt at complex sentences, but control is inconsistent. To improve, focus on subject-verb agreement, correct use of prepositions, and ensuring each sentence is grammatically complete and clear.

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