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(Optional conclusion)
In conclusion, in 1997, more of the male workers at the
Australian company were skilled than female employees, by a narrow margin.
The conclusion RESTATES the second sentence of the introduction.
These optional practices can help you effectively add to your word count.

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Exercise:
Take 20 minutes to write a complete 150-word Task 1
essay for Question 12. If you have difficulty reaching 150
words in 20 minutes, include a short conclusion. Then
read the Sample Answer on the next page.

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Question 12:
Sample Answer
The two pie charts show the skill levels of male and female employees of an Australian
company in 1997, and the skill levels are divided into four categories: highly skilled,
skilled, semi-skilled and non-skilled. In general, skilled male workers outnumber skilled
female workers.
The percentage of highly skilled male employees (31%) of the unspecified Australian
company was almost twice that of highly skilled female employees (15%), the largest
discrepancy between the male and female groups in any area. The percentages of male
and female skilled workers were almost equal, with 28% of skilled male workers and 26%
of skilled female employees. Similarly, in the category of semi-skilled workers, the
percentage of semi-skilled males was 28% of the total, while the percentage of semi-
skilled
females was 31%. Lastly, non-skilled female workers outnumbered their male colleagues
by more than two to one; the percentage of non-skilled female workers was 28% while the
percentage of non-skilled male workers was only 13%, a significant difference.
In conclusion, in 1997, more of the male workers at the Australian company were skilled
than female employees, by a narrow margin.
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