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Band 7+: The table below shows data on public funding and the proportion of PhD-qualified scientists in five different scientific fields for the years 2015 and 2025. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

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The image displays a table with data for five scientific fields, listing public funding in Billion USD for 2015 and 2025, and the percentage of scientists with PhDs in 2025. Medical Research funding was 150.5 in 2015 and 210.0 in 2025, with 78% PhDs. Environmental Science funding was 65.0 in 2015 and 115.5 in 2025, with 65% PhDs. Space Exploration funding was 95.8 in 2015 and 125.2 in 2025, with 85% PhDs. Artificial Intelligence funding was 40.2 in 2015 and 150.8 in 2025, with 72% PhDs. Biotechnology funding was 88.0 in 2015 and 140.0 in 2025, with 81% PhDs.

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The given table provides information about the public investment and the percentage of PhD holders in five distinct fields in the year 2015 and 2025.

Overall, it is apparent from the table that all scientific domains had witnessed an increase in 2025, medical research had obtained the highest share of funding in both 2015 and 2025, whereas space exploration field had the largest proportion of PhD qualified scientists.

As for the public funding, in 2015 medical research obtained the greatest amount of funding, a total of 150.5 billion USD which in 2025 increased by about 55 billion USD, reaching 210 billion USD. In contrast, in 2015 artificial intelligence gained the smallest funding at 40.2 billion USD, which almost tripled in 2025 reaching a total of 150.8 billion USD.

Regarding the PhD qualified researchers, the sector which had a majority of PhD holders was space exploration with 85% of all researchers, while environmental science had the lowest number of PhDs, accounting for only 65% of scientists.

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Vocabulary Complexity:
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Task Response

The report effectively addresses the task by presenting an overview and key features of the data. It correctly identifies the overall increase in funding, highlights the highest and lowest funded fields, and notes the field with the highest proportion of PhDs. The data is generally accurate, with minor omissions such as not mentioning the PhD percentages for all fields and not comparing funding changes for all fields. The report is well-structured and clear, with appropriate use of comparisons. To improve, consider including all relevant data points and making more comprehensive comparisons across all fields.

Coherence & Cohesion

The report is well-organized with a clear overall structure: introduction, overview, and detailed paragraphs for funding and PhD percentages. The use of cohesive devices (e.g., 'Overall', 'As for', 'Regarding') helps the reader follow the information effortlessly. However, there are minor lapses in cohesion, such as the abrupt transition from the overview to the detailed paragraphs and the lack of a concluding sentence. To improve, ensure each paragraph has a clear topic sentence and consider adding a brief summary or comparison at the end.

Lexical Resource

The vocabulary is appropriate and varied, with good use of synonyms (e.g., 'obtained', 'gained', 'reaching', 'accounting for') and precise terms like 'public investment' and 'PhD holders'. The report demonstrates a good range of vocabulary, but there is room for more sophisticated and natural phrasing. For example, 'had witnessed an increase' could be more naturally expressed as 'saw an increase' or 'experienced growth'. Additionally, using more varied expressions for comparisons (e.g., 'in contrast', 'whereas') would enhance lexical flexibility.

Grammatical Range & Accuracy

The report uses a mix of simple and complex sentence structures, with generally accurate grammar and punctuation. However, there are a few errors and awkward phrasings that affect clarity. For instance, 'had witnessed' should be 'witnessed' (past simple) to avoid unnecessary past perfect. Also, 'medical research had obtained' should be 'medical research obtained' for consistency. The phrase 'which in 2025 increased by about 55 billion USD' is slightly awkward; consider rephrasing to 'which increased by about 55 billion USD in 2025'. To improve, proofread for tense consistency and sentence flow.

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