Band 6+: The given pie charts compare the expenses in 7 different categories in 1966 and 1996 by American Citizens. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

The provided pie charts conspicuously analyze the percentages of seven different expenditures done by the US citizens in 1966 and 1996.

From an overall perspective, it is readily apparent that in 1966, the highest percentage of money spent on foods, whereas in 1996, the largest portion of money expended on cars.

In 1966, the largest portion of the pie chart was food, which accounted for 44% of the total expenses, while the computer expenses represented the smallest share, at 1%. However, by 1996 the spending on foods significantly decreased to 14%, while the computer expenditure increased to 10%. In 1996, the car expense was the largest percentage, which comprised 45% of the total expenses of the US citizen, whereas, it in 1966 was only 23%.

In accordance with 1966 pie chart, expenses on furniture, petrol, and restaurants were 10%, 9%, and 8%, respectively. In 1996, spending on furniture was comparable to petrol, both making up 8% of the total expenses, while restaurant expenditure constituted 14%. The expenses on book made up 6% in 1966, but by 1996 it reduced by 4%, making up it 1% of the total expenses.