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Band 7+: The chart shows the percentage of household expenditure on goods and services in a country from 1995 to 2005. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.

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The bar chart gives information about the percentage of domestic expenses on goods and services in a specific country over the period of 10 years.

In general, spending money on housing accounted for the largest proportion of household spending whereas the figure for transport owned the smallest spending during the period. In addition, there was a significant decline in the percentage of food and drinks.

Regarding the items with an upward trend, about 27% of total household expensditure was spent on housing and this percentage increased continuously to 33% at the end of the period. Similarly, the figure for transport started at 15% in 1995 before increasing of aproximately 3% in the next decade.

As for the categories with a downward tendency, food and drinks constituded the highest figure over 30% in 1995, however it dropped considerably to under 25% in 2005. Likewise, other goods and services underwent a slight decline from 25% in 1995 to 23% in 2005.

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percentage: 3

period: 3

spending: 3

figure: 3

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Task Response

The report effectively covers the main features of the chart, identifying key trends and making comparisons. The overview is clear, and the data is organized logically. However, there are some minor inaccuracies in the data (e.g., housing at 27% instead of 28% in 1995, transport at 15% instead of 14%, and food and drinks at 'over 30%' instead of exactly 32%). Additionally, there are a few spelling errors ('expensditure', 'constituded', 'aproximately'). To improve, ensure data precision and proofread for spelling mistakes. The overall structure and selection of main features are appropriate.

Coherence & Cohesion

The report is generally well-organized with a clear overall structure, including an introduction, an overview, and detailed paragraphs. The use of linking words and phrases like 'In general', 'Regarding', and 'As for' helps guide the reader. However, there are minor lapses in cohesion, such as the slightly awkward transition between the overview and the detailed analysis. To improve, ensure that each paragraph flows smoothly into the next and that the relationship between ideas is always clear.

Lexical Resource

The vocabulary used is appropriate and shows some good range, with words like 'expenditure', 'constituted', and 'underwent'. There is also effective use of synonyms (e.g., 'spending money', 'expenses', 'percentage'). However, there are a few inaccuracies and less natural choices, such as 'owned the smallest spending' (should be 'accounted for the smallest proportion') and 'constituded' (spelling error for 'constituted'). To reach a higher score, aim for more precise and natural collocations, and ensure all vocabulary is used correctly.

Grammatical Range & Accuracy

The report uses a mix of simple and complex sentence structures, which is good. However, there are several grammatical errors and awkward phrasings that affect clarity. Examples include 'expensditure' (spelling), 'increasing of aproximately' (should be 'increasing by approximately'), and 'food and drinks constituded' (subject-verb agreement and spelling). Punctuation is generally correct, but the errors in grammar and spelling are noticeable. To improve, proofread carefully for common mistakes and practice using a wider range of grammatical structures with accuracy.

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