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Band 6+: The graph below shows the average monthly percentage change in the prices of three metals over a twelve-month period in 2014. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

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The image features a line graph titled "Monthly changes in the prices of three metals" with the vertical axis displaying "Monthly change (%)" from -4% to 6% in increments of 2% (with a reference line at 0%) and the horizontal axis labeled "Month" showing data points from Jan through Dec. The graph details three metals: Copper (solid black line), Nickel (dashed black line), and Zinc (solid gray line). For Copper, values are: Jan 2%, Feb 1%, Mar ~0.5%, Apr -0.5%, May 1%, Jun -1%, Jul 0%, Aug ~0.8%, Sep ~0.8%, Oct 1%, Nov ~0.5%, and Dec ~1.5%. For Nickel, values are: Jan 5%, Feb 4%, Mar ~0.3%, Apr -1.5%, May -3%, Jun -1.5%, Jul -1%, Aug 0%, Sep 0%, Oct 1%, Nov 1%, and Dec 1%. For Zinc, values are: Jan 1%, Feb 3%, Mar 2%, Apr 1%, May -0.5%, Jun -1.5%, Jul -1%, Aug -0.5%, Sep 0%, Oct 1%, Nov 2%, and Dec 2%.

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The line graph illustrates the changes in the prices of three metals over the month.

Overall, all three metals fluctuated over the months. It is also noticeable that copper had the highest percentage throughout the year.

At the beginning of the period the highest change in January was around 5% for nickel, whereas zinc had the lowest percentage of approximately 1%. Then it declined significantly to -3% in May. This figure rose steadily for another 4 months to 1%. Zinc, on the other hand, reached a peak in March for roughly 1%, then it decreased to -1% in May. After all, it illustrates a stable growth to 1 percent by December.

Compared with these two metals, copper’s price change decreased to approximately 0% in changing the prices. This was followed by a rise of about 1% before falling to -1% . By the end of the period, the percentage of changes in the prices became almost steady, reaching 1% in December.

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Overall Band Score

6.5

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Vocabulary Complexity:
B1 - Intermediate
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Grammar Mistakes: N/A

Vocabulary Repetition:

prices: 3

metals: 3

percentage: 3

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Task Response

The report addresses the task by describing the main trends and making some comparisons. However, there are several inaccuracies and omissions that detract from the overall clarity. For instance, the statement that copper had the highest percentage throughout the year is incorrect, as nickel started higher. Additionally, some data points are misreported (e.g., zinc's peak in March is stated as roughly 1%, but it should be 2%). The report also lacks a clear overview of the overall trends for each metal, and the final paragraph is vague. To improve, ensure that all key features are accurately described, provide a clear summary of the main trends, and make more precise comparisons between the metals.

Coherence & Cohesion

The report has a clear structure with an introduction and an overall statement, but the body paragraphs could be more logically organized. The description of each metal is somewhat disjointed, and the progression of ideas is not always smooth. For example, the transition from discussing nickel to zinc and then copper could be improved with clearer linking phrases. Additionally, the final sentence about copper's stability is abrupt and could be better connected to the preceding information. To improve, consider grouping related trends and using cohesive devices to show relationships between the metals' changes.

Lexical Resource

The vocabulary used is adequate for the task, with some good attempts at describing trends (e.g., 'fluctuated', 'declined significantly', 'reached a peak', 'stable growth'). However, there is some repetition and lack of variety in phrasing (e.g., 'percentage of changes' is used multiple times). The report could benefit from a wider range of synonyms and more precise terms (e.g., 'experienced a sharp drop', 'showed a gradual recovery'). Additionally, some expressions are slightly awkward, such as 'in changing the prices' and 'After all, it illustrates', which could be rephrased for more natural and sophisticated control. Boost vocabulary complexity to elevate the overall score.

Grammatical Range & Accuracy

The report demonstrates a good range of grammatical structures, including complex sentences and appropriate use of tenses. There are no major grammar errors, and punctuation is generally correct. However, there are a few minor issues that affect clarity, such as the phrase 'over the month' (should be 'over the twelve-month period') and the sentence 'This was followed by a rise of about 1% before falling to -1%' which lacks a clear subject. The report would benefit from more varied sentence structures to achieve full flexibility. Overall, the grammar is accurate and does not impede understanding.

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