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Band 8+: The line graph below shows the percentage of households in Singapore owned in four different consumer items (computer, car, air conditioning, washing machine) between 1973 and 2008.

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The image features a line graph titled "Percentage of households with electronic devices". The vertical axis is labeled "%" and ranges from 0 to 100 with increments of 10, while the horizontal axis is labeled "Year" with points at 1973, 1978, 1983, 1988, 1993, 1998, 2003, and 2008. The legend lists four categories: Air conditioning, Washing machine, Car, and Computer. For Air conditioning, data points are approximately 19% in 1973, 21% in 1978, 24% in 1983, 31% in 1988, 36% in 1993, 41% in 1998, 45% in 2003, and 50% in 2008. For Washing machine, values are 10% in 1973, 41% in 1978, 69% in 1983, 75% in 1988, 80% in 1993, 85% in 1998, 90% in 2003, and 95% in 2008. For Car, values stand at approximately 7% in 1973, 13% in 1978, 25% in 1983, 41% in 1988, 55% in 1993, 64% in 1998, 78% in 2003, and 95% in 2008. For Computer, values are absent prior to 1988, then register at approximately 5% in 1988, 7% in 1993, 16% in 1998, 61% in 2003, and 81% in 2008.

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The line graph shows the percentage of households with four different types of electronic devices over a period of 35 years, from 1973 to 2008.

Overall, it’s clear that all groups saw an upward trend, while the proportions of households with washing machines and cars started at similar levels. Of particular note is that computer ownership started in 1988. Furthermore, the percentages of households with washing machines and cars finished at the same point.

Looking at the details, the proportion of households with washing machines started at around 10%, while car ownership started below this figure in 1973. The share of households with washing machines soared to 70% in 1983, whereas car ownership witnessed considerable growth to around 25%. Subsequently, these figures increased considerably, reaching a peak of roughly 95%.

Turning to the next categories, the figure for households with air conditioning grew gradually to 30% in 1988, when computer ownership started at approximately 5%. Afterwards, computer ownership witnessed a significant increase, reaching 80% in 2008. Meanwhile, air-conditioning ownership grew significantly to 50%.

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Vocabulary Repetition:

households: 6

ownership: 6

started: 5

washing: 4

machines: 4

computer: 3

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Task Response

The report effectively addresses the task by providing a clear overview and detailed description of the trends for all four devices. The overall structure is logical, with a general summary followed by specific data. Minor inaccuracies (e.g., washing machine at 70% in 1983 instead of 69%, car at 25% in 1983 instead of 25%, computer at 80% instead of 81%) are negligible and do not detract from the overall clarity. The report could be slightly improved by explicitly stating the final values for all categories and ensuring all data points are mentioned, but the response is well-organized and covers the main features appropriately.

Coherence & Cohesion

The report is well-organized with a clear introduction, overview, and two body paragraphs. The progression of ideas is logical, and the use of cohesive devices (e.g., 'Overall', 'Looking at the details', 'Turning to the next categories') helps the reader follow the description effortlessly. However, there is a minor lapse in cohesion in the second body paragraph where the transition from air conditioning to computer ownership could be smoother. Additionally, the final sentence could be better linked to the preceding information. Overall, the paragraphing is managed well, and the message is easy to follow.

Lexical Resource

The report demonstrates a good range of vocabulary appropriate for the task. Words such as 'soared', 'witnessed considerable growth', 'increased considerably', and 'grew gradually' are used effectively to describe trends. There is also good use of synonyms to avoid repetition (e.g., 'proportion', 'share', 'figure'). The lexical choices are generally accurate and natural. To reach a higher band, you could incorporate more sophisticated and varied vocabulary, such as 'experienced a steady rise' or 'saw a dramatic surge', and ensure precise collocations (e.g., 'reaching a peak' is fine, but 'peaked at' might be more concise). Pay attention to vocabulary repetition to improve the overall score.

Grammatical Range & Accuracy

The report shows a good range of grammatical structures, including complex sentences and appropriate use of tenses. For example, 'The proportion of households with washing machines started at around 10%, while car ownership started below this figure in 1973' demonstrates effective use of a subordinate clause. There are no significant grammar errors, and punctuation is used correctly. To achieve a higher score, you could vary sentence structures more, such as using passive constructions or more complex forms like 'Having started at...' or 'It is noteworthy that...'. Overall, the grammar is accurate and controlled.

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