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The bar charts provide statistics for the number of bookings and the cost per night at three different types of hotels. Overall, bookings in 4-star hotels outnumbered those in others, regardless of hotel size, whereas the opposite was true for their 5-star counterparts. The breakdown of the cost, meanwhile, revealed that the more stars the hotels had, the more expensive they were. The leading hotels among large ones were those with 4 stars, where as many as 290 bookings were made. This was followed far behind by 3-star hotels at 230 and, to an even larger degree, by 5-star ones at 185. Similar gaps were observed in small hotels, with those having 4 stars at 175. This figure was substantially larger than those for 3-star hotels (115) and 5-star hotels (a mere 90). The cost for one night at these hotels was the highest in those with the most stars at 245 and 210 dollars for large and small categories, respectively. Much less expensive were rooms in 4-star hotels, 155 in the larger type compared to 135 in the smaller. Accommodations in 3-star hotels came at the lower end of the cost spectrum, as the per-night cost was 95 and just 75 in large and small types, in that order.

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The pie charts compare the percentage of accommodations used by holidaymakers from 1988 to 2008, at 10-year intervals. Overall, despite a decrease, a majority of holidaymakers stayed with family and friends. Camping also dropped, even at a faster rate, while staying in hotels and, particularly, renting an apartment became more common. Over the period, staying with friends and family was consistently the most common choice. In 1988, just over half (52%) of holidaymakers chose to stay with their family and friends. Although this proportion rose by a slight margin (2%) a decade later, it decreased notably at the end, to 44%. Another falling pattern, one that declined to a greater degree, could be seen in camping, which started the time frame at just over a quarter (26%). Then, this percentage halved in 1998, going down further to 12% in 2008. Thus, the fewest holidaymakers camped at the end. Unlike these two categories, renting an apartment and hotels witnessed rising trajectories, with their 1988 figures at a low of 7% and 15%, respectively. The former grew uninterruptedly to 22% during the time span, and the latter did so too, reaching the same 22% in 1998 and remaining unchanged until the end.

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not just listing but INTERPRETING changes (T/A)

• Main trends covered ✔️ • Important differences between trends are described ✔️ • Reporting accuracy checks out ✔️ •

The bar graph compares how many cars there were per 1000 people in 5 nations compared to the average of 5, from 2005 to 2015. Overall, country 2 and 5, as well as the average of 5, followed generally upward trends, with country 4 remaining unchanged. Country 1, meanwhile, rose initially but rebounded to the original level at the end, in contrast to country 3, which saw an uninterrupted decline. Of these nations, it was country 5 that had the most cars per 1000 inhabitants, while country 1 had the fewest. The leading country, country 5, started the period at around 900. Despite a slight drop of about 50 in 2009, the number reached the highest point on the chart at the end, when almost every inhabitant owned a car. A similar trajectory was seen in the average of 5: the initial figure stood at about 700, but by 2009 there was a marginal dip, which was followed by a notable increase. As a result, on average, 8 out of 10 people had a car in the countries studied in 2015. The number of cars in country 3 and 4 per 1000 people was comparatively lower, with their starting figures on par at about 700. After that, however, the patterns diverged. In particular, that of country 3 fell sharply to below 600, compared to country 4 that saw no change. Even a lower per-1000-people figure was recorded in country 2, where nearly half the nation owned a car in 2005. A decade later, this number was up, albeit to a negligible degree, at around 530. At the lower end of the spectrum was country 1, a category that experienced 33% growth from 300 to 400 between 2005 and 2009 before falling back to the 2005 figure in 2015.

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Perfect relationship between two clauses through the semi-colon, with an idea spilt in half into these sentences.

The government should provide free public transport 24/7 to reduce traffic congestion. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Traffic congestion has become a pressing issue in many nations. According to some, to ameliorate this problem, the government should introduce free public transport that runs around the clock. I do not support this notion, because high traffic volumes are not driven by public transport fare but rather by the convenience and speed of travel. Those who support free public transport may believe that people will switch to buses and subway transport when there is no fare. The rationale behind this view is that instead of paying a high price for a taxi or covering ever-increasing maintenance and fuel costs for their own vehicles, people will prefer the cheaper option. Such an approach might actually lead to a reduction in traffic volumes in countries—India, for example—where fuel costs and car maintenance are affordable mostly to those from high-income households. This opinion, however compelling it may appear, overlooks a major flaw: the proliferation of electric and fuel-efficient vehicles. These are now increasingly affordable and available, ensuring that even low-income families own a car. Rather than commuting on a bus, many now choose newly-introduced, cost-effective and environmentally-friendly electric vans, scooters, and hybrid cars. They are now widely prevalent in numerous nations, from the USA to Uzbekistan. Besides, it is not the price that people are concerned about when travelling; it is, for one, the convenience. Today, many buses and trains are not well-maintained, which makes the travelling experience worse and thus not appealing, and even more so in the less wealthy regions, like provinces in China. With this in mind, people opt for the transport that offers better facilities, be it a taxi or a private vehicle. Equally important is the speed at which travellers get to their destination. Public transport is well-known for its slow speed, and in today’s era characterised by late arrivals, many therefore find private vehicles the more appealing option. Although it is clear that a bus carrying 30-40 commuters cannot, and should not, travel at a high speed, this issue remains unresolved. For office workers, specifically, it is essential to be punctual, as many company policies impose charges on those arriving to work late. In conclusion, I do not concur with the idea that the cost of public transport fully funded by the government can alleviate traffic congestion, since it is not the price that is the decisive factor; it is the speed and convenience.

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The lines compare the proportion of households owning various types of technology in the UK between 1997 and 2001, at 1-year intervals. Overall, households owning a cell phone and those with an internet connection increased faster than others, of which those with a CD player were always at the top of the list. Of particular note is that it was the ownership of a DVD player that, unlike others, recorded a fall during the time frame. Households with a cell phone as well as the ones with an internet connection saw comparatively greater increases, starting the period at 20% and half that percentage, respectively. Despite a period of stability from 1997 to 1998, the former jumped almost four-fold to roughly 75% over the entire period. The latter also grew, even at a faster rate, to 60% in 2001, thereby marking a sharp rise of 50% over this period. The remaining categories experienced less marked growth. In particular, a CD player, which was present in significantly more households than other items, climbed from 60% to 80%, remaining the most common item. A similar 20-percent rise could be seen in computer ownership: while two-fifths of households owned this device in 1997, 4 years later, three-fifths of them did so. In contrast to these, a DVD player was the only one to undergo a decline, from the initial around 28% to about 15% in 1998. After that, however, it rose notably and uninterruptedly, so that half the households owned such an item in 2001.

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More and more people choose to move abroad for higher education.  Do the advantages outweight the disadvantages?

One milestone in young people’s lives is choosing a place to study tertiary education. To find such an educational institution, increasingly more people travel to foreign countries. From my perspective, although this form of migration is challenging from a cultural and financial standpoint, the benefits it offers, from academic to professional, far overshadow the drawbacks. Many people migrating to study at universities, like Harvard or MIT, tend to face culture shock. In their day-to-day interactions with locals, they experience language barriers and cannot always blend into the community because of markedly different customs and traditions. Even though many today try to learn about these aspects before they move, this often makes no difference, since real-life interactions are substantially different from consuming content online. In many cases, such migrants, having a feeling of homesickness, experience emotional detachment from their family and friends. Besides, living costs and tuition fees might be problematic, too. Ordering a taxi or eating healthy food may be more expensive in foreign countries—for example in the USA or Switzerland, to name a few—let alone how exorbitant tuition costs might be. Those on tight budgets are especially vulnerable to these expenses, and unfortunately, many of them end up leaving their university to return to their hometown. Such risks may make the resources—time and money—spent on migration and education worthless. Despite these downsides, I believe the upsides bear greater weight, and one of them is promising academic prospects. Gaining a high-quality education, particularly in high-ranked universities, is a fundamental pillar of further academic achievements, such as Master’s and PhD degrees. Even after taking out student loans and going through emotional isolation, students who graduate with excellence are often offered a fully-funded Master’s degree, paving the way for a future scientific degree. Thus, the resilience students develop in the face of the hardships can translate into future accomplishments. Equally important is how beneficial having a Bachelor’s degree is for students’ career path. Unlike their counterparts with a poor academic background who are mostly accepted into entry-level jobs, well-educated young workers can secure a higher position in the company and thus receive a higher salary. This wage gap may lead to those with superior positions, be it a department manager or senior engineer, climbing the career ladder faster than those at lower positions. Given such future benefits, numerous students tolerate the emotional and financial struggles of moving for educational purposes. In conclusion, the acquisition of a Bachelor’s degree abroad might be emotionally and financially challenging. These negatives notwithstanding, I am convinced that the positives, ranging from academic to professional ones, are more significant.

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Definitely not a topic for younger candidates. I myself did a bit of research.

In many countries today, people are having their first child when they are older.  Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?

It has recently become popular for people to delay parenthood. In my opinion, the benefits of this - financial security and emotional maturity - are more significant than the drawbacks, which are pregnancy complications and age gaps. From a medical standpoint, female fertility declines over time, which might pose serious threats to a mother’s health. This is why those planning their pregnancy after their 30s may risk taking additional treatment because of lower fertility, a process that is often emotionally draining and financially challenging. Besides, there might also be post-natal medical complications and, given the mother’s old age, they can make pregnancy difficult and dangerous. Age differences are another common flaw of later parenthood. Those who became parents late in their 30s and 40s may need additional care later on. While their children are graduating or trying to build a career, age-related medical problems of old parents, such as elevated blood pressure and lower mobility, may become an obstacle. As a result, to help their parents stay healthy, the young may sacrifice their career. Despite these downsides, I remain convinced that the upsides hold greater weight, and the most compelling of them is financial security. While having lower fertility, parents in their 30s often have a well-established career and thus sufficient financial resources to provide their children with a high-quality education, private lessons, and expensive yet nutritious organic food. Their younger counterparts, in contrast, tend to be at the start of their career or paying off student loans, thereby not having financial stability. Equally important is that, in spite of the age gaps, older parents, unlike younger ones, have more composure in the face of family conflicts and misunderstandings. Since they have more life experience, they are able to handle family issues and misbehavior of their child more peacefully and constructively, compared to parents in their early 30s, who might not be as reserved when, for example, their child has a tantrum. Such high emotional regulation is a fundamental pillar of positive family dynamics, and it also sets a more well-rounded example for the young to follow. In conclusion, having children later has two major flaws: medical risks for mothers and age discrepancies. These notwithstanding, my firm conviction is that the benefits, such as financial security and emotional maturity, overshadow them.

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not just describing data BUT highlighting main features (T/A)

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The bars compare how many people worked in 5 different areas in two years: 2001 and 2008. Overall, sales, computing and nursing became more popular as areas of employment, in contrast to accounting and farming, which saw a decline. Of these employment areas, it was sales that led the others in employment statistics, with farming at the other end of the spectrum. In 2001, as many as around 155,000 people worked in sales, rising notably to around 168,000 at the end and thus marking the highest figure on the chart. A similar increase could be seen among nurses, whose number