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Band 7+: The graph below compares the percentage of unemployed workers in the European Union (all workers) with the percentages in the three categories, Professional, Manual and Self-employed. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

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Image for topic: The graph below compares the percentage of unemployed workers in the European Union (all workers) with the percentages in the three categories, Professional, Manual and Self-employed. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

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The image details the percentage of unemployed workers in the EU (1990-1999). For the years 1990 through 1999 respectively, the percentages are: All workers - 4.8, 5.4, 4.2, 6.8, 9.6, 10.8, 12.0, 12.4, 11.2, 10.2; Professional workers - 1.8, 1.8, 1.2, 2.4, 3.4, 4.0, 4.6, 5.4, 2.6, 1.8; Manual workers - 7.2, 8.2, 9.0, 12.6, 14.4, 12.2, 8.2, 8.2, 8.2, 9.6; Self-employed workers - 6.0, 6.6, 4.8, 8.4, 10.8, 12.0, 12.4, 12.4, 12.4, 12.4.

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The line graph illustrates the number of workers who lacked jobs in European Union from 1990 to 1999.

Overall, self-employed workers showed the most marked growth in the data over the years shown. Besides, while the proportions of unemployed workers recorded a significant rise, except for that of professional workers. Additionally, the data on professional workers was the lowest throughout the whole period.

As can be seen from the graph, although manual workers accounted for the highest figure, after nine years, it lost the position as the leading group, at approximately 10%. The percentage of self-employed workers decreased quickly before increasing dramatically to about 13% for the rest of the period. A similar trend was observed in that of all worker, though to a smaller extent, growing from around 5% to 10%.

Looking at the rate of professional workers, in spite of the noticeable fluctuation in the data, that on it was still the lowest percentage for the rest of the period, being only higher than the proportion of all workers in 1992, at 2%

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professional: 3

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Task Response

The report provides a clear overview and identifies key trends, such as the overall rise in unemployment and the consistently low rate for professional workers. The structure is logical, with a general summary followed by detailed analysis. However, some data inaccuracies and vague descriptions (e.g., 'the most marked growth,' 'decreased quickly before increasing dramatically') detract from precision. To improve, ensure numerical references are accurate and use more specific language to describe trends. Comparisons between categories could also be strengthened.

Coherence & Cohesion

The report is generally well-organized with a clear overall trend and a logical progression of ideas. However, there are some minor lapses in coherence, such as the incomplete sentence 'except for that of professional workers' and the slightly awkward phrasing in the final paragraph. The use of cohesive devices is adequate but could be more sophisticated to ensure a smoother flow.

Lexical Resource

The vocabulary used is appropriate and demonstrates a good range, with terms like 'marked growth', 'significant rise', and 'noticeable fluctuation'. However, there are some inaccuracies and less natural choices, such as 'the number of workers who lacked jobs' instead of 'the percentage of unemployed workers', and 'that on it was still the lowest percentage'. More precise and natural phrasing would enhance the lexical resource.

Grammatical Range & Accuracy

The report uses a variety of sentence structures, including complex sentences, and generally maintains good grammatical control. However, there are a few errors and awkward constructions, such as 'except for that of professional workers' (incomplete clause) and 'that on it was still the lowest percentage' (incorrect pronoun use). Punctuation is mostly correct, but minor improvements in accuracy would elevate the score.

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