Academic Task 1: Data Overview & Grouping
100% of Academic ExamsSynthesise charts, tables, maps, or process diagrams in 150+ words with an explicit high-level overview and selective numerical comparisons.
Step-by-Step Solving Strategy
1
Always write a distinct Overview paragraph summarising 2–3 headline patterns without listing raw minutiae.
2
Never invent reasons or outside speculation explaining why numbers changed.
3
Group body paragraphs logically by magnitude, trend direction, or time split.
Annotated Example
SAMPLE EXCERPT
East Asia rose from 58 GW to 240 GW while South America climbed from 18 GW to 82 GW.
Prompt: Band 7+ Overview sentence
Correct Answer:Overall, every region expanded capacity substantially, with East Asia maintaining the largest scale throughout.
Captures general direction and clear leader without listing every figure.
Interactive Practice Exercise
Apply the rules immediately and check your reasoning
1. What is the single most common reason Academic Task 1 reports cap at Band 5.5?