IELTS
JOURNAL
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Adding an explanation
In adding explanation, it is important to minimize the number of words which you intend to
use to make sure you stay within the word limit. Look at the examples below.
1.
Both cities experienced a rise in the number of tourists coming in through their
airports, which reached a common level of 255,000 in July.
Reduced Form:
Both cities experienced a rise in the number of tourists coming in
through their airports, reaching a common level of 255,000 in July.
2.
Gold bar prices experienced a spectacular rise in November, which climbed to a new
peak of $625.
Reduced Form:
Gold bar prices experienced a spectacular rise in November,
climbing to a new peak of $625.
3.
In the first half of 2009, the attendance at the museum went into free fall, which
nose-dived to approximately 300,000 visitors.
Reduced Form:
In the first half of 2009, the attendance at the museum went into
free fall, nose-diving to approximately 300,000 visitors.
4.
Females also spend less time socializing and much less time than men on sport,
which allows them more time for studying.
Reduced Form:
Females also spend less time socializing and much less time than
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