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Band 7+: WRITING TASK 1 You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. The bar chart below shows current health expenditure totals as percentages of GDP* for various European countries for the years 2002, 2007 and 2012. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. You should write at least 150 words. * GDP (Gross Domestic Product) is the total value of goods that are made and services that are provided in a country.

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The image displays a bar graph with data for three years: 2012, 2007, and 2002 across multiple countries. Belgium: 2012 (94), 2007 (91), 2002 (85); Denmark: 2012 (95), 2007 (92), 2002 (82); Estonia: 2012 (75), 2007 (60), 2002 (36); France: 2012 (91), 2007 (86), 2002 (73); Lithuania: 2012 (78), 2007 (65), 2002 (39); Luxembourg: 2012 (97), 2007 (92), 2002 (84); Netherlands: 2012 (96), 2007 (93), 2002 (87); Norway: 2012 (94), 2007 (89), 2002 (76); Poland: 2012 (82), 2007 (69), 2002 (48); Slovenia: 2012 (85), 2007 (73), 2002 (47); Spain: 2012 (88), 2007 (81), 2002 (64); Switzerland: 2012 (92), 2007 (88), 2002 (80).

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The bar chart above illustrates the current health expenditure totals as percentages of GDP (Gross Domestic Product) for various European countries for the years 2002, 2007, and 2012.

Overall, Switzerland and Belgium both have the highest current health expenditure totals, but in different years.

In 2002, Belgium, France, and the Netherlands had the same percentage, as did Spain, Slovenia, and Luxembourg. Then, in 2007, the Netherlands and Norway both had the same percentage, as well as Slovenia, Spain, and Luxembourg. In the same year (2007), France became the country with the highest percentage. Lastly, in 2012, Switzerland overtook France as the country with the highest current health expenditure totals.

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Task Response

The report identifies some main features, but it lacks depth and sufficient detail. The overview is weak, and the body paragraphs could benefit from more specific data and comparisons. To improve, focus on providing a more comprehensive overview that highlights the key trends across all countries and years. In the body paragraphs, include more specific data points and make more direct comparisons between countries and time periods. Also, ensure that all the main features of the graph are addressed. The report falls short of the required 150 words.

Coherence & Cohesion

The report is well-organized and easy to follow. The information is presented logically, and the transitions between sentences and paragraphs are smooth. The overall structure enhances the clarity of the report.

Lexical Resource

A wide range of vocabulary is used accurately and appropriately. The language is precise and effectively conveys the information presented in the bar chart. There is a sophisticated control of lexical features.

Grammatical Range & Accuracy

The report demonstrates a wide range of grammatical structures with full flexibility and control. Grammar and punctuation are used correctly and appropriately throughout the report.

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