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Band 8+: The table below gives information about consumer spending on different items in five different countries in 2002. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

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The image features a table with four columns titled "Country", "Food/Drinks/Tobacco", "Clothing/Footwear", and "Leisure/Education", containing percentages for five countries: Ireland (Food/Drinks/Tobacco: 28.91%, Clothing/Footwear: 6.43%, Leisure/Education: 2.21%), Italy (Food/Drinks/Tobacco: 16.36%, Clothing/Footwear: 9.00%, Leisure/Education: 3.20%), Spain (Food/Drinks/Tobacco: 18.80%, Clothing/Footwear: 6.51%, Leisure/Education: 1.98%), Sweden (Food/Drinks/Tobacco: 15.77%, Clothing/Footwear: 5.40%, Leisure/Education: 3.22%), and Turkey (Food/Drinks/Tobacco: 32.14%, Clothing/Footwear: 6.63%, Leisure/Education: 4.35%).

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The table compares the proportion of spending on three categories of goods and services across five countries, in 2002.

Overall, it is clear that the category of food, drinks and tobacco accounted for the largest share of spending in all countries, while the lowest proportion of expenditure was seen in leisure and education.

In terms of food, drinks, and tobacco, Turkey recorded the highest expenditure, standing at 32,14%, followed by Ireland at 28,91%. Spain and Italy spent 18.20% and 16.36% respectively, compared to Sweden with the lowest figure of 15.77%.

Regarding clothing and footwear, Italy spent the highest share at 9%, while the figures for other countries were between 5.40% and 6.63%. Finally, for leisure and education, Turkey recorded the highest proportion at 4.35%, whereas Spain had the lowest figure of 1.98%.

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Vocabulary Complexity:
B2 - Upper Intermediate
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Grammar Mistakes: N/A

Vocabulary Repetition:

proportion: 3

countries: 3

lowest: 3

highest: 3

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Task Response

The report effectively addresses the task by providing a clear overview and detailed comparison of consumer spending across the five countries. The data is presented logically, with a clear structure that separates the overall trend from specific category details. Minor inaccuracies (e.g., Spain's food spending stated as 18.20% instead of 18.80%) and slight omissions (e.g., not mentioning all countries in the clothing and leisure sections) are present but do not detract significantly from the overall task achievement. To improve, ensure all data points are accurately reported and consider including all countries in each category for completeness. The report falls short of the required 150 words.

Coherence & Cohesion

The report is logically organized with a clear overall statement followed by detailed comparisons. Paragraphing is effective, and cohesive devices are used naturally without being intrusive. The progression of ideas is smooth and easy to follow.

Lexical Resource

The vocabulary is appropriate and varied, with good use of synonyms such as 'accounted for', 'recorded', 'stood at', and 'figure'. There is a minor issue with the use of a comma instead of a decimal point in '32,14%' and '28,91%', which is a formatting error rather than a lexical one. Overall, the range and control of vocabulary are strong.

Grammatical Range & Accuracy

The report demonstrates a wide range of grammatical structures used accurately. Sentences are well-constructed, and punctuation is correct throughout. The only minor point is the decimal comma usage, which is a stylistic issue rather than a grammatical error. Overall, grammar and punctuation are handled with full control.

Band 8+: The table below gives information about consumer spending on different items in five different countries in 2002. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

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