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Band 4+: The table below gives information about the amount of tax collected ( as % of GDP) in five countries for 4 years between 1975 and 2005. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.

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The image shows tax collected as % of GDP across five countries over four decades: Sweden collects 46% in 1975, 47% in 1985, 51% in 1995, 70.1% in 2005; USA collects 25.1% in 1975, 25.4% in 1985, 27.1% in 1995, 27.4% in 2005; Korea collects 15.1% in 1975, 27% in 1985, 26% in 1995, 27.3% in 2005; Japan collects 15% in 1975, 16% in 1985, 23% in 1995, 32.1% in 2005; Turkey collects 16.4% in 1975, 15% in 1985, 24% in 1995, 27.4% in 2005.

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The table provides data on tax collected percentage of GDP in five countries between 1975 and 2005 .

In general ,Sweden country tax collected was higher than other country ,also in 2005 .In addition , in 2005 year most country showed a good result compare with other years .

Sweden country show high tax collected ,compare with other country .Also 1975 and 1985 years difference only 1 % .But ,when it comes to 1995 year rise to 51 % and after 10 year been 70 .1 % .Moreover , USA country percentage was equal in 1975 and 1985 years .In addition ,1995 and 2005 years proportion was identical 27 % .In 1975 year , Korea and Japan country tax collected 15 % . And Turkey country high then 1.4 proportion .

Korea country , in 1985 year showed 27 % , but after 10 year less to 26 % . However , 2005 rise from 26% to 27.3 % .Japan country in 1985 and 1995 year difference 7 % ,also in 1995 was higher than 1985 . And 2005 year ,showed 32.1 % .Moreover , 1985 year tax collect proportion was 15 % .In 19995 year percentage was 24 % low than 3 % in 2005 year .

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Overall Band Score

4.5

(+/- 0.5)

Vocabulary Complexity:
A1 - Beginner
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Grammar Mistakes: N/A

Vocabulary Repetition:

country: 10

collected: 4

years: 4

percentage: 3

other: 3

showed: 3

proportion: 3

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Task Response

The report addresses the task by presenting the main trends and comparing the countries, but it contains several inaccuracies and omissions. For instance, the USA data for 1995 and 2005 is incorrectly stated as identical (27%), and the description of Turkey's data is incomplete and confusing. The report also lacks a clear overview of the overall trends, such as the general increase in tax collection across all countries over the period. To improve, focus on accurately reporting the data, organizing the information more clearly (e.g., by country or by year), and providing a more comprehensive summary of the main patterns.

Coherence & Cohesion

The report attempts to present data but lacks a clear overall structure. The information is presented in a somewhat disjointed manner, with ideas not logically sequenced. Paragraphing is not effectively used, and the flow from one country to another is abrupt. To improve, organize the report into clear paragraphs, perhaps one for an overview and then separate paragraphs for each country or group of countries with similar trends. Use cohesive devices like 'in contrast', 'similarly', or 'while' to link ideas smoothly.

Lexical Resource

The vocabulary used is basic and repetitive, with limited range. Phrases like 'tax collected percentage' and 'country tax collected' are awkward and not idiomatic. There is overuse of simple terms such as 'high', 'low', and 'good result'. To enhance lexical resource, incorporate a wider variety of precise terms related to data description, such as 'proportion', 'figure', 'increase', 'decline', 'peak', and 'plateau'. Also, use appropriate collocations like 'tax revenue as a percentage of GDP'. Boost vocabulary complexity to elevate the overall score.

Grammatical Range & Accuracy

The report contains numerous grammatical errors and awkward phrasing that impede understanding. Issues include incorrect word order (e.g., 'Sweden country show high tax collected'), missing articles, subject-verb agreement errors, and incorrect tense usage. Punctuation is also problematic, with missing commas and incorrect use of periods. To improve, focus on constructing grammatically correct sentences, using appropriate tenses (past tense for historical data), and ensuring subject-verb agreement. Practice writing simple, clear sentences before attempting complex structures.

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