Some people say that advertising encourages us to buy things that we really do not need. Others say that advertisements tell us about new products that may improve our lives. Which viewpoint do you agree with? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience. You should write at least 250 words.

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There are two different opinions on the impact of adverts on individuals. Certain people believe it encourages spontaneous purchases and another group see it as a means of updating consumers on the importance of

such

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goods. I am of the opinion that promotions are relevant to our daily

living

Suggestion

lives

. One of the quickest ways in which I stay updated about new phone products and their unique features is through commercials. Some of which are radio jingles, television displays,

bill boards

large outdoor signboard

billboards

or flyers. Recently, I developed

interest

Suggestion

an interest

in a particular vehicle simply because the promotion explained its uniqueness to the Nigerian road.What

this

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meant was that buyers could navigate through

pot holes

a pit or hole produced by wear or weathering (especially in a road surface)

potholes

and road bumps without feeling any impact.

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, we are able to compare products between competitors by simply looking at their promotional information. Quite a number of

these

denotes a person or thing

this

information

contain

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contains

details about

competitive advantage

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the competitive advantage

of the manufacturer.

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, manufacturers of sanitary pads will subtly inform their viewers of the uniqueness of their product and how it is better than their competitor's product. These jingles help the customers to make better decisions.

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, they may pose a challenge by

making many people to

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making many people

buy what is not needed at a particular point in time. These well-crafted communications tend to make prospects dance to the tune of their adverts. Irrespective of what school of thought we might prefer, one certain thing is that we are likely to make better judgements by the information received through various media and these decisions often times make our lives better.

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Overall Band Score

Coherence and Cohesion: 4.0

Logical structure

Introduction & conclusion present

Supported main points

Accurate linking words

Variety in linking words

Lexical resource: 4.0

Varied vocabulary

Accurate spelling & word formation

Grammatical Range: 4.0

Mix of complex & simple sentences

Clear and correct grammar

Task Achievement: 4.5

Complete response

4.5

Clear & comprehensive ideas

Relevant & specific examples

Appropriate word count

6 paragraphs

259 words

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Topic Vocabulary:

encourage
persuade
manipulative
unnecessary
excessive
artificial needs
desires
consumers
oversaturation
impulse buying
financial problems
inform
educate
features
benefits
innovations
raise awareness
social issues
positive behavior
enrich
well-being

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