The bar chart shows the percentage of small, medium, large companies which used social media for business purposes between 2012 to 2016.

IELTS Writing Task Chart for The bar chart shows the percentage of small, medium, large companies which used social media for business purposes between 2012 to 2016.

The bar chart provides key information about various sizes, companies and social media usage for

business

Use synonyms

during 2012 to 2016. The units are measured in percentage.

Overall

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, it is

Correct article usage

apply

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clear from the graph that large

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business

Fix the agreement mistake

businesses

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had the highest social media

presents

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presence

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Generally

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Generally,

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the year 2016 had the highest rate in all sectors compared to the usage rate in 2015,

whereas

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the

per cent

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percentage

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rate in 2015

show

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shows

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lower usage, except in small

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business

Fix the agreement mistake

businesses

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According to

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what is

shown

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shown,

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large companies show almost an equivalent in less than 80

percent

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per cent

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, from 2012 to 2014,

while

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represents

Wrong verb form

representing

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insignificant

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an insignificant

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difference during 2015. In terms of medium

business

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in 2016, it presents a develop in approximately 53%,

while

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during 2013 and 2014 were almost equivalent, each around 50 per cent, but in the year 2015 it showed a slight decrease. In small companies from 2012 to

2015

Punctuation problem

2015,

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almost the same amount, each around a quarter of the total percentage number.

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Jul 26, 2025

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Linking words: Don't use the same linking words: "while".

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Vocabulary: Replace the words business with synonyms.

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Vocabulary: The word "presents" was used 2 times.

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Vocabulary: The word "show" was used 3 times.

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Vocabulary: The word "percentage" was used 2 times.

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Vocabulary: The word "almost" was used 3 times.

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Vocabulary: The word "around" was used 2 times.

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Linking words
meeting the goal of 7 or more
1
Word repetition
meeting the goal of 3 or fewer
12
Grammar mistakes
detected issues

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Overall Band Score

Coherence and Cohesion: 8.0

Logical structure

Single idea per paragraph

Introduction & conclusion present

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: 9.0

Complete response

Suitable writing tone

Appropriate word count

4 paragraphs

158 words

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Topic Vocabulary:

Digital landscape
Market competition
Customer engagement strategies
Adoption rate
Comparative growth
Fluctuations
Entities
Proportions
Embracing
Predicts
Trends
Uptake rates
Substantial
Decline
Interpretations
Engagement
Noticeable
Implications
Consistently
Summarizing
Reflecting
Implications
Predicting

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The bar chart shows the percentage of small, medium, large companies which used social media for business purposes between 2012 to 2016.

Many cities around the world are facing severe air pollution problems. What do you think are the main causes of this issue? Suggest some possible solutions.

In some cultures, children are encouraged to compete against each other. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this approach?

Education should be accessible to people of all economic background. All level of education from primary school to tertiary education should be free. To what extent do you agree with this opinion.

Some people think all lawbreakers should be sent to prison, while others think there are better alternatives for those whose crimes are minor, such as making them do work for the local community. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Many believe that modern technology has brought people together, but others say that it has driven us apart. Discuss both viewpoints and give your own opinion.