Band 8+: The line graph below shows the percentage of people aged 65 and above in three different countries (Germany, the UK, and Canada) between 1980 and 2030. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and making comparisons where relevant.

The line graph illustrates the proportion of people aged 65 and above in Germany, the UK, and Canada between 1980 and 2030. Overall, all three countries experienced a steady increase in their elderly populations, with Canada showing the most significant growth over the period.

In 1980, Germany had the highest proportion of elderly people at 14%, followed by the UK (10%) and Canada (9%). Over the years, Germany’s figure rose steadily to 25% in 2030, an increase of 11 percentage points.

Similarly, Canada saw the most dramatic growth, with its elderly population rising sharply from 9% in 1980 to 23% in 2030, marking a 14-percentage point increase. By contrast, the UK experienced a more gradual rise, growing from 10% in 1980 to 20% in 2030, an increase of 10 percentage points.

In summary, while all three countries saw an increase in the elderly population, Canada experienced the most rapid growth, whereas Germany consistently had the highest proportion of people aged 65 and above throughout the period.