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Band 6+: The graph shows the average number of minutes per day that people in four different age groups spent using public transport between 2010 and 2020. 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 plotting "Minutes per day" on the y-axis (ranging from 0 to 70 in increments of 10) against "Year" on the x-axis (2010, 2012, 2014, 2016, 2018, 2020) for four age groups: Ages 18–25, Ages 26–40, Ages 41–60, and Ages 61+. For Ages 18–25, values are 42 in 2010, 48 in 2012, 55 in 2014, 51 in 2016, 63 in 2018, and 58 in 2020. For Ages 26–40, values are 35 in 2010, 37 in 2012, 42 in 2014, 46 in 2016, 53 in 2018, and 49 in 2020. For Ages 41–60, values are 28 in 2010, 30 in 2012, 34 in 2014, 39 in 2016, 45 in 2018, and 47 in 2020. For Ages 61+, values are 22 in 2010, 25 in 2012, 29 in 2014, 33 in 2016, 38 in 2018, and 41 in 2020.

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The graph illustrates the average daily amount of time (in minutes) people of four different age groups spent using public accommodation between the years 2010 and 2020.

Overall, the group of people of ages 18-25 remained the category that used public transport the most. People of ages 26-60 narrowly lagged behind with a considerable dip in frequency by 2020. The ages 41-60 group witnessed a moderate increase, narrowing the gap with the 26-60 age group by the end of the given period. People of 61+ years old remained the smallest age category across the given period.

The youngest age group accounted for just above 40 minutes spent accommodating by 2010. By 2020, this figure increased to around 59 minutes. There was a slight dip in 2016 and a surge in 2018, making it the highest point across the graph. People of ages 26-40 saw a more moderate increase throughout the 10-year period. Its highest point was in 2018 that accounted for just above 50 minutes. By 2020, this figure decreased to approximately 50 minutes.

The 41-60 age group saw a steady increase in time spent using public transport. From around 28 minutes per day by 2010 to just below 50 minutes by 2020. People of ages 61+ were spending not more than 25 minutes on public transport in 2010. Meanwhile in 2020 this figure climbed to around 40 minutes per day.

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Vocabulary Complexity:
A2 - Upper Beginner
Consider using more varied and advanced words.

Grammar Mistakes: N/A

Vocabulary Repetition:

minutes: 7

people: 6

group: 5

public: 4

spent: 3

transport: 3

increase: 3

figure: 3

around: 3

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Task Response

The report addresses the task and provides an overview of the main trends, but it contains some inaccuracies and omissions. For instance, the phrase 'public accommodation' is incorrect; it should be 'public transport.' The description of the 26-40 age group's 2020 value as 'approximately 50 minutes' is slightly inaccurate (actual value is 49), and the 18-25 group's 2020 value is stated as 'around 59 minutes' but should be 58. Additionally, the overview mentions a 'considerable dip' for the 26-60 group, which is not clearly supported by the data. To improve, ensure accurate data reporting and avoid vague or misleading descriptions. Also, make sure to clearly compare all age groups, including the 41-60 and 61+ groups, and avoid using informal terms like 'narrowly lagged behind.'

Coherence & Cohesion

The report is generally well-organized with a clear overall summary and separate paragraphs for different age groups. However, there are some lapses in coherence, particularly in the second paragraph where the description of the 26-40 age group is unclear ('narrowly lagged behind with a considerable dip in frequency by 2020' is confusing). Additionally, the final paragraph lacks a clear topic sentence and could be better linked to the overall trend. To improve, ensure each paragraph has a clear central idea and use cohesive devices to connect ideas within and between paragraphs more smoothly.

Lexical Resource

The report uses a range of vocabulary appropriate for the task, such as 'illustrates', 'accounted for', 'surge', and 'climbed'. However, there are some inaccuracies and awkward choices, e.g., 'public accommodation' instead of 'public transport', 'spent accommodating' instead of 'spent using public transport', and 'narrowly lagged behind' which is not precise. To improve, focus on using precise and natural collocations, and avoid repetition of phrases like 'spent using public transport'. Also, ensure that the vocabulary accurately reflects the data trends. Boost vocabulary complexity to elevate the overall score.

Grammatical Range & Accuracy

The report demonstrates a reasonable range of grammatical structures, including comparative and superlative forms, and some complex sentences. However, there are several grammatical errors and awkward phrasings that affect clarity, such as 'People of ages 26-60 narrowly lagged behind' (should be 'People aged 26-40'), 'a considerable dip in frequency' (unclear), and 'spent accommodating' (incorrect verb form). Additionally, there are punctuation issues, e.g., missing comma in 'Meanwhile in 2020'. To improve, proofread for subject-verb agreement, use correct prepositions, and ensure that verb tenses are consistent and appropriate.

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