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The table below gives information about a bakery's average sales in three different branches in 2015. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main ifeatures, and make comparisons where relevant.
The table below gives information about a bakery's average sales in three different branches in 2015. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main ifeatures, and make comparisons where relevant.
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The table gives information about the number of international tourist arrivals in eight countries in 2009 and 2010. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The table gives information about the number of international tourist arrivals in eight countries in 2009 and 2010. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
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IELTS 'modes of travel' answer The table below gives information about changes in modes of travel in England between 1985 and 2000. m Average distance in miles traveled per person per year, by mode of travel
IELTS 'modes of travel' answer The table below gives information about changes in modes of travel in England between 1985 and 2000. m Average distance in miles traveled per person per year, by mode of travel
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The graph and table below show the average monthly temperatures and the average number of hours of sunshine per year in three major cities. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparison where relevant.
The graph and table below show the average monthly temperatures and the average number of hours of sunshine per year in three major cities. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparison where relevant.
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The table below shows information about metro systems in 6 different cities. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. Write at list 150 words.
The table below shows information about metro systems in 6 different cities. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. Write at list 150 words.
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The chart below gives information about the production of grains, measured in million metric tons, from the years 2015 to 2035.
The chart below gives information about the production of grains, measured in million metric tons, from the years 2015 to 2035.
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The table compares different products, which were exported from Hong Kong over a 1-year period, from 2009 to 2010.
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The table below shows the production of milk annually in four countries in 1990, 2000 and 2010. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
The table below shows the production of milk annually in four countries in 1990, 2000 and 2010. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
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The table provides a comparison of the expenditure rate of the government on education and training and participation rate of 18-24 year olds in the same in five nations in the year 2002. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
The table provides a comparison of the expenditure rate of the government on education and training and participation rate of 18-24 year olds in the same in five nations in the year 2002. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
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The table below shows the number of cars made in three countries in 2003, 2006 and 2009.
The table below shows the number of cars made in three countries in 2003, 2006 and 2009.
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The chart below shows the value of one country's exports in various categories during 2015 and 2016. The table shows the percentage change in each category of export in 2016 compared to 2015
The chart below shows the value of one country's exports in various categories during 2015 and 2016. The table shows the percentage change in each category of export in 2016 compared to 2015
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The table below gives information on visitor statistics for 1996,1998 and 2000 for various World Heritage sites in Australia. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
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The graph shows changes in the sales of musical instruments in the UK from 2008 to the present and gives predictions for future sales. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The graph shows changes in the sales of musical instruments in the UK from 2008 to the present and gives predictions for future sales. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
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The table shows information about spending money on some items in 2002.
The table shows information about spending money on some items in 2002.
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The table below show response to a questionnaire given by two groups of people (Club members and the general public) who showed their opinions about a new theatre.
The table below show response to a questionnaire given by two groups of people (Club members and the general public) who showed their opinions about a new theatre.
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The table below shows the minimum number of public holidays that companies are required to give their full-time workers in six countries in 2016. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The table below shows the minimum number of public holidays that companies are required to give their full-time workers in six countries in 2016. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
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The table below shows the percentage of adults in urban and rural areas who took part in four free time activities in 1990 and 2010.(rewrite)
The table below shows the percentage of adults in urban and rural areas who took part in four free time activities in 1990 and 2010.(rewrite)
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The table below shows the results of a survey to find out what members of a city sports club about the club’s activities, facilities and opening hours.
The table below shows the results of a survey to find out what members of a city sports club about the club’s activities, facilities and opening hours.
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The table below shows the number of temporary migrant workers in four countries in 2003 and 2006 and the number of these workers per 1,000 people in these countries in 2006. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
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The following table shows the number of people from five European nations living in each other’s countries in 2011.
The following table shows the number of people from five European nations living in each other’s countries in 2011.
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The table and chart show data about reading among people under 30 years old. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The table and chart show data about reading among people under 30 years old. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
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the table shows the amount of waste produced by different countries in 1980, 1990 and 2000
the table shows the amount of waste produced by different countries in 1980, 1990 and 2000
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The table gives information on the expenditure rate of the government on education and training and participation rate of 18-24-year-olds in five nationas in 2002.
The table gives information on the expenditure rate of the government on education and training and participation rate of 18-24-year-olds in five nationas in 2002.
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The Table Shows the Proportion of Pupils Attending Four Secondary School Types Between 2000 and 2009. Summarise the Information by Selecting and Reporting the Main Points and Give Comparisons Where Relevant.
The Table Shows the Proportion of Pupils Attending Four Secondary School Types Between 2000 and 2009. Summarise the Information by Selecting and Reporting the Main Points and Give Comparisons Where Relevant.
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The graph below gives information about the price of bananas in four countries between 1994 and 2004. Write a report for a university, lecturer describing the information shown below.
The graph below gives information about the price of bananas in four countries between 1994 and 2004. Write a report for a university, lecturer describing the information shown below.
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The table gives information about the percentage of students' attendance in four groups of secondary schools between 2000 and 2009.
The table gives information about the percentage of students' attendance in four groups of secondary schools between 2000 and 2009.
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The table gives information about Underground Railroad networks in six big cities regarding when they were opened, the size and the number of users annually
The table gives information about Underground Railroad networks in six big cities regarding when they were opened, the size and the number of users annually
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The table provides information about the rate of land degradation by three main causes namely ; deforestation , over cultivation and over grazing in three different regions (North America , Europe and Oceania).
The table provides information about the rate of land degradation by three main causes namely ; deforestation , over cultivation and over grazing in three different regions (North America , Europe and Oceania).
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The table below gives information about student enrolments at Bristol University in 1928, 1958 and 2008. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
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The table below shows the table made by a coffee shop in an office building on a typical weekday. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The table below shows the table made by a coffee shop in an office building on a typical weekday. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
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The table gives information on the types and frequency of health issues at Todai Electronics in 2010
The table gives information on the types and frequency of health issues at Todai Electronics in 2010
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The table below shows information and predictions regarding the change in percentage of the poplulation age 65 and above in three countries.
The table below shows information and predictions regarding the change in percentage of the poplulation age 65 and above in three countries.
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The table shows the population of three cities in 1990, the population forecast of 2000 and the actual of 2000.
The table shows the population of three cities in 1990, the population forecast of 2000 and the actual of 2000.
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The table below gives information on UK acid rain emissions, measured in millions of tonnes, from four different sectors between 1990 and 2007. Write a report for a university lecturer describing the information shown below. Make comparisons where relevant.
The table below gives information on UK acid rain emissions, measured in millions of tonnes, from four different sectors between 1990 and 2007. Write a report for a university lecturer describing the information shown below. Make comparisons where relevant.
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The table below shows the percentage use of four different fuel types to generate electricity in five Asian countries in 2005. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
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The graph below shows the consumption of fish and some different kinds of meet in a European country between 1979 and 2004.
The graph below shows the consumption of fish and some different kinds of meet in a European country between 1979 and 2004.
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The table describes the changes of people who went for international travel in 1990, 1995, 2000 and 2005. (million). Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
The table describes the changes of people who went for international travel in 1990, 1995, 2000 and 2005. (million). Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
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The table and charts below give information on the police bugjet for 2017 and 2018 in one area of Britain. The table shows where the money come from and the charts show how it was distributed.
The table and charts below give information on the police bugjet for 2017 and 2018 in one area of Britain. The table shows where the money come from and the charts show how it was distributed.
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The table displays trends concerning the amounts of fast food consumed in Melbourne. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant
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The table illustrates the proportion of monthly household income five European countries spend on food and drink, housing, clothing and entertainme Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
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The table below gives information abiut changes in modes of travel in England between 1985 and 2000. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The table below gives information abiut changes in modes of travel in England between 1985 and 2000. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
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The table below gives information about past and projected population figures in various countries for different years. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The table below gives information about past and projected population figures in various countries for different years. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
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The table below provides statistics on several major metro (MRT) systems around the world.
The table below provides statistics on several major metro (MRT) systems around the world.
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The table below shows information and prediction regarding the change in percentage of the population aged 65 and above in three countries.
The table below shows information and prediction regarding the change in percentage of the population aged 65 and above in three countries.
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The table shows population in 2010 and 2100. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
The table shows population in 2010 and 2100. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
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The chart below gives information about the production of grains, measured in million metric tons, from the years 2015 to 2035. Production of Grains (2015–2035) Grain20152020202520302035 Wheat100105107108110 Barley50708090100 Maize3434.534.53535 Rice24.724.324.52525.5 The quantities shown are in million metric tons.
The chart below gives information about the production of grains, measured in million metric tons, from the years 2015 to 2035. Production of Grains (2015–2035) Grain20152020202520302035 Wheat100105107108110 Barley50708090100 Maize3434.534.53535 Rice24.724.324.52525.5 The quantities shown are in million metric tons.
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The table illustrates secondary and high school teachers’ earnings in Australia, Denmark, Luxembourg, Japan and Korea in 2009.
The table illustrates secondary and high school teachers’ earnings in Australia, Denmark, Luxembourg, Japan and Korea in 2009.
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The charts below shows the value of one country’s exports in various categories during 2015 and 2016. The table shows the percentage change in each category of exports in 2016 compared with 2015. Summaries the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The charts below shows the value of one country’s exports in various categories during 2015 and 2016. The table shows the percentage change in each category of exports in 2016 compared with 2015. Summaries the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
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The table shows data about underground railway systems in six major cities with date open, km of routes, and passagers numbers per year in millions.
The table shows data about underground railway systems in six major cities with date open, km of routes, and passagers numbers per year in millions.
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The table displays trends concerning the amounts of fast food consumed in Melbourne.
The table displays trends concerning the amounts of fast food consumed in Melbourne.
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The table below gives information about the underground railway systems in six cities
The table below gives information about the underground railway systems in six cities
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The table below shows the percentage of adults in urban and rural areas who took part in four free time activities in 1990 and 2010. Summarise the information and compare where relevant, by selecting and reporting the key features.
The table below shows the percentage of adults in urban and rural areas who took part in four free time activities in 1990 and 2010. Summarise the information and compare where relevant, by selecting and reporting the key features.
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The table shows the tourist numbers and tourist spending in five countries in 2012 and 2013. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparison where relevant.
The table shows the tourist numbers and tourist spending in five countries in 2012 and 2013. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparison where relevant.
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The table below shows the production of cacao beans in six regions between 1992 and 1998. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
The table below shows the production of cacao beans in six regions between 1992 and 1998. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
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The table shows the number of medals won by the top ten countries in the 2018 Winter Olympic Games.
The table shows the number of medals won by the top ten countries in the 2018 Winter Olympic Games.
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The table below gives information about students studying in six departments at an Australian university in 2011. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant
The table below gives information about students studying in six departments at an Australian university in 2011. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant
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The table below presents the food consumption per person weekly in a European country in 1992, 2002 and 2012. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The table below presents the food consumption per person weekly in a European country in 1992, 2002 and 2012. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
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The table below shows changes in the numbers of residents cycling to work in different areas of the UK between 2001 and 2011. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
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The chart below shows what anthropology graduates from one university did after their undergraduate degree course. The table shows the salaries of the anthropologist in work after five years. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant
The chart below shows what anthropology graduates from one university did after their undergraduate degree course. The table shows the salaries of the anthropologist in work after five years. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant
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The table shows information about metro systems in six different cities. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
The table shows information about metro systems in six different cities. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
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The table below shows shares of companies advertising expenditure in different media sectors in three countries (Australia, Vietnam, Japan) in 2005
The table below shows shares of companies advertising expenditure in different media sectors in three countries (Australia, Vietnam, Japan) in 2005
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The table shows the number of visitors to Edinburgh Zoo during the year before and after 2 pandas were introduced. The charts show the results of surveys asking visitors how satisfied they were with their visit, during the same two periods.
The table shows the number of visitors to Edinburgh Zoo during the year before and after 2 pandas were introduced. The charts show the results of surveys asking visitors how satisfied they were with their visit, during the same two periods.
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The table provides a comparison of the expenditure rate of the government on education and training and participation rate of 18-24 year olds in the same in five nations in the year 2002.
The table provides a comparison of the expenditure rate of the government on education and training and participation rate of 18-24 year olds in the same in five nations in the year 2002.
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The table below provides information on marriage status and age from 1960 to 2000 in Australia. Summarize the information on marriage status and age from 1960 to 2000 in Australia.
The table below provides information on marriage status and age from 1960 to 2000 in Australia. Summarize the information on marriage status and age from 1960 to 2000 in Australia.
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The table below shows the number of student who went abroad for further education from eight countries in 2005 and 2015, and the precentage change betwwen 2005 and 2015
The table below shows the number of student who went abroad for further education from eight countries in 2005 and 2015, and the precentage change betwwen 2005 and 2015
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The table shows the cost of water in 5 cities in Australia. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features.
The table shows the cost of water in 5 cities in Australia. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features.
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Table shows information about students studying at an Australian university in 2009. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparison where relevant.
Table shows information about students studying at an Australian university in 2009. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparison where relevant.
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The following table gives statistics showing the aspects of quality of life in five countries. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant. Writeatleast 150 words. Table: The Quality of Life in Four Countries Country GNP per head (1982: US dollars) Daily calorie supply per head Life expectancy at birth (years) Infant mortality (per 1000 live births Bangladesh Bolivia Egypt Indonesia USA 140 570 690 580 13160 1877 2086 2950 2296 3653 40 50 56 49 74 132 124 97 87 12
The following table gives statistics showing the aspects of quality of life in five countries. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant. Writeatleast 150 words. Table: The Quality of Life in Four Countries Country GNP per head (1982: US dollars) Daily calorie supply per head Life expectancy at birth (years) Infant mortality (per 1000 live births Bangladesh Bolivia Egypt Indonesia USA 140 570 690 580 13160 1877 2086 2950 2296 3653 40 50 56 49 74 132 124 97 87 12
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The table below gives information about the average annual spending of university students in three different countries.
The table below gives information about the average annual spending of university students in three different countries.
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The table data below shows the top ten Internet users by country in 2016. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The table data below shows the top ten Internet users by country in 2016. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
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The table presents information about university-level academic staff in one country. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. 150 words
The table presents information about university-level academic staff in one country. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. 150 words
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The table below shows the percentage of the population by age groups in one town who rode bicycle in 2011
The table below shows the percentage of the population by age groups in one town who rode bicycle in 2011
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The table below gives information about rail transport in for countries in 2007. Summerise the information by selecting and reporting the main features abd make comparisons where relevant.
The table below gives information about rail transport in for countries in 2007. Summerise the information by selecting and reporting the main features abd make comparisons where relevant.
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The chart below shows the value of one country's export in various categories during 2015 and 2016. The table shows the percentage change in each category of exports in 2016 compared with 2015.
The chart below shows the value of one country's export in various categories during 2015 and 2016. The table shows the percentage change in each category of exports in 2016 compared with 2015.
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The table below shows social and economic indicators for dour countries in 1994, according to united Nations statistics
The table below shows social and economic indicators for dour countries in 1994, according to united Nations statistics
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# 61. The table below gives information about changes in modes of travel in England between 1985 and 2000. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. Average distance in miles travelled per person per year, by mode of travel
# 61. The table below gives information about changes in modes of travel in England between 1985 and 2000. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. Average distance in miles travelled per person per year, by mode of travel
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The table shows the worldwide market share of mobile phone manufacturers in the years 2005 and 2006.
The table shows the worldwide market share of mobile phone manufacturers in the years 2005 and 2006.
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The given table illustrates how much money secondary/high school educators earned in 5 countries in 2009.
The given table illustrates how much money secondary/high school educators earned in 5 countries in 2009.
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The table shows the number of overseas visits to the UK by country of residence and mode of travel in two years. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main feayures, and make comparisons where relevant.
The table shows the number of overseas visits to the UK by country of residence and mode of travel in two years. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main feayures, and make comparisons where relevant.
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The following table graph represents the information about sales of drinks in small café for four months (January-April).
The following table graph represents the information about sales of drinks in small café for four months (January-April).
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The table below gives information about the population of New Zealand between 2011 and 2012
The table below gives information about the population of New Zealand between 2011 and 2012
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The table below gives information on consumer spending on different items in five different countries in 2002. Percentage of national consumer expenditure by category - 2002
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The table shows the percentages of people with mobile phones who use various features on their phone between 2006 and 2010
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The table below gives information about bakery's average sales in three different branches in 2015.
The table below gives information about bakery's average sales in three different branches in 2015.
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The following table shows the number of factory wrokers for a given time period in Germany. Report the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
The following table shows the number of factory wrokers for a given time period in Germany. Report the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
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The table below shows the proportion of the workforce who are women and the proportion of managers who are women in five different countries. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The table below shows the proportion of the workforce who are women and the proportion of managers who are women in five different countries. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
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The table below shows the figures for imprisonment in five countries between 1930 and 1980. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The table below shows the figures for imprisonment in five countries between 1930 and 1980. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
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The table below gives information on consumer spending on different items in five different countries in 2002. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make
The table below gives information on consumer spending on different items in five different countries in 2002. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make
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The table below provide information on rental charges and salaries in three areas of London.
The table below provide information on rental charges and salaries in three areas of London.
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The table shows average calorie intake in the United States over a period of time. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The table shows average calorie intake in the United States over a period of time. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
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The table gives information about department and online stores in Australia in 2011.
The table gives information about department and online stores in Australia in 2011.
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The table below gives information about the situation of marriage and age from 1960 to 2000 in Australia
The table below gives information about the situation of marriage and age from 1960 to 2000 in Australia
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The table and chart show data from a survey of library users.
The table and chart show data from a survey of library users.
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The table below shows the number of visitors to ashdown museum duringthe year befor and year after it was refurbished. The charts show the result of surveys asking visitors how satisfied they were with their visit, during the same two periods.
The table below shows the number of visitors to ashdown museum duringthe year befor and year after it was refurbished. The charts show the result of surveys asking visitors how satisfied they were with their visit, during the same two periods.
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The table gives information about 5 types of vehicles registered in Australia in 2010, 2012 and 2014.
The table gives information about 5 types of vehicles registered in Australia in 2010, 2012 and 2014.
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The table shows the number of mobile phones sold in millions for a period of six years. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The table shows the number of mobile phones sold in millions for a period of six years. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
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The table below shows the percentage of employers in various sectors having difficulty in finding staff in 2003 and 2004. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
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The table illustrates data about the average of finances per month spent by consumers on a number of types of goods and social services in 5 specific nations.
The table illustrates data about the average of finances per month spent by consumers on a number of types of goods and social services in 5 specific nations.
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The table illustrates the percentages of students attending four types of secondary schools between 2000 and 2009. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant
The table illustrates the percentages of students attending four types of secondary schools between 2000 and 2009. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant
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The table below shows the sales made by a coffee shop in an office building on a typical weekday. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant
The table below shows the sales made by a coffee shop in an office building on a typical weekday. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant
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