40.1. Music is important in many people’s lives and is vital for relaxation. It also encourages creativity, can educate people on serious topics such as mental health and feelings. My project, which I am still working on, is aimed at finding out what music genres are popular in the modern world. I have found some data on this issue and organised it in the table below.

I can identify two main features of the statistics presented in the table. The first one is that more than a fifth of people prefer alternative rock, making this genre the single most popular one. The second feature is that only 4.1% of people reported rap to be their favourite, putting this genre at the bottom of the table.

It is also worth mentioning that alternative rock is only slightly more popular than folk music, with only 0.6% more people who prefer it.

In my opinion, the statistics in the table reveal an important problem. We can see that the table does not feature classical music, which is extremely important for the cultural education of every person. I think that in order to solve this problem schools focus more on musical education.

In conclusion, I believe that music is an essential part of the modern social world. It is also educational and enlightening, as well as something that can help develop creative skills.

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40.2. Books are an important aspect of people’s lives and are a vital source of knowledge. Nowadays it is becoming even more common to see ebooks and audiobooks, which have taken a toll on the popularity of books. My project, which I am still working on, is aimed at finding out the sales of books in the UK. I have found some data on this issue and organized it in the chart below.

I can Identify two main features of the statistics presented in the graph. The first one is that the sales of books in 2011 were the highest sales of books in the UK at around 350 millions. The second feature is that the sales dropped tremendously in 2013 to 180 millions.

It is also worth mentioning that from 2013 to 2015 there was only a slight increase of sales by 10 millions.

In my opinion, the statistics in the chart reveal an important problem. In the table there is no mention of different forms of books, such as ebooks and audiobooks. I think that in order to solve this problem there should be an integration of the data recollected around book sales regarding ebooks and audiobook sales.

In conclusion, I consider that a way of making use of the data revolving around the number of sales books have can be used to redirect the production to the kind of books with the higher number of sales.

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40.1. Sports are important in many people’s lives and are a vital part of a healthy life. People who do sports are generally happier and more productive. My project, which I am still working on, is aimed at finding out what kinds of sports are popular in the modern world. I have found some data on this issue and organised it in the table below.

I can identify two main features of the statistics presented in the table. The first one is that more than 11% of people play football, making this sport the single most popular one. The second feature is that only 6.7% of people reported doing athletics, putting this activity at the bottom of the table.

It is also worth mentioning that football is only slightly more popular than volleyball, with only 0.4% more people who practice it.

In my opinion, the statistics in the table reveal an important problem. We can see that most people do not do any kind of sports daily, which can lead to public health issues. I think that in order to solve this problem schools should focus more on PE lessons.

In conclusion, I believe that sports are an essential part of the modern world. Not only are they fun, they’re also great at promoting a healthier way of living and can lead to a better life.

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40.2. Different kinds of transport are important in every person’s lives and are a fundamental aspect of their commute through their surroundings. My project, which I am still working on, is aimed at finding out what kinds of transportation are more popular in Japan. I have found some data on this issue and organized it in the chart below.

I can identify two main features according to the statistics presented in the chart. The first one is that the majority of people use the train, making this way of commuting the most popular one. The second feature is that commuting by motorbike is the least popular in Japan, while the second most popular one is commuting by car.

It is also worth mentioning that commuting by bus is slightly more popular than by walking.

In my opinion , the statistics in the chart reveal an important problem. We can see that the most used vehicle for commuting is by train, which can lead to higher concentrations of CO2 in the air. I think that in order to solve this problem the government should promote the initiative of commuting with eco-⁠friendly alternatives.

In conclusion, I believe that promoting eco-⁠friendly alternatives like electrical scooters or bicycles around the city is a great way to decrease the concentration of CO2 in the air. It will also promote a healthier and sustainable lifestyle.

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40.1. The time used to commute to work or school plays a valuable role in people’s time management. My project, which I am still working on, is aimed at finding out how long it takes people to get to school or work. I have found some data on this issue and organized it in the table below.

I can identify two main features of the statistics presented in the table below. The first one is that the lowest percentage of people take more than 120 minutes. The second one is that the highest percentage of people take between 30 to 60 minute.

It is also worth mentioning that the time with the highest percentage is only slightly higher from the second highest time by 0.3%.

In my opinion, the statistics in the table reveal an important problem. We can see that more than 50% of people take between 30 minutes to 120 minutes to commute to work or school, consisting of a high amount of time spent by people. I think that in order to solve this problem the government should promote quicker alternatives to commuting to work or school for its citizens.

In conclusion, I believe that quicker alternatives for commuting to work or school can decrease the amount of time spent to get to school or work.

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40.2. CO2 emissions are a result of many industrial processes and too much of them can lead to terrible consequences, such as global warming. My project, which I am still working on, is aimed at finding out how the amount of CO2 emissions changed over the recent years in China, which is a major CO2 producer. I have found some data on this issue and organised it in the graph below.

I can identify two main features of the statistics presented in the graph. The first one is that the lowest number of tons per capita was in 1995, at only 2.5. The second one is that in 2010 it has reached the highest figure of over 6.

It is also worth mentioning that between 1995 and 2000 CO2 emissions per capita only increased slightly.

In my opinion, the statistics in the table reveal an important problem. We can see that the rates at which China increases its CO2 production are dangerous and must be dealt with immediately. I think that in order to solve this problem China should use more responsible ways of disposing of the waste gas and limiting its production in the first place.

In conclusion, I believe that a conscious approach to CO2 emissions is vital for all humanity to create a better future.

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40.1. Motor vehicles are an important part of both the daily life and the industry of any developed country. My project, which I am still working on, is aimed at finding out how many vehicles are in use in various countries. I have found some data on this issue and organised it in the table below.

I can identify two main features of the statistics presented in the table. The first one is that the highest level of motorisation can be found in the USA. The second one is that the lowest number of cars per capita is in India at just 42 vehicles per 1000 people.

It is also worth mentioning that the UK only has slightly more vehicles than Russia, surpassing it by just 85.

In my opinion, the statistics in the table reveal an important problem. Some countries have too many vehicles, which contributes to urban sprawl and negatively affects the population. I think that in order to solve this problem governments should focus more on developing public transport, such as buses and light rail.

In conclusion, I believe that controlling the number of motor vehicles is vital for keeping the balance between a healthy industry and a healthy population.

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40.2. Life expectancy in Russia can give a useful insight of the development of a country. My project, which I am still working on, is aimed at finding out the life expectancy in Russia. I have found some data on this issue and organized it in the chart below

I can identify two main features of the statistics presented in the chart below. The first one is that the lowest life expectancy in Russia was in 2001. The second one is that the highest life expectancy is 76 years old in 2019.

It is also worth mentioning that the life expectancy has been increasing rapidly since 2001.

In my opinion, the statistics in the chart reveal an important problem. We can see that the life expectancy has doubled since 1971 to 2019, which means that there are even more retired and older people in Russia. I think that in order to solve this problem the government should promote more immigration of younger people to fill in the job positions that the elderly have left behind.

In conclusion, I believe that the promotion of more jobs for immigrants should maintain the economy at a higher growth path. This would balance out the decrease of the economic growth that is a result of the increase of the life expectancy.

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40.1. The film industry is a very important aspect of modern life and human entertainment. My project, which I am still working on, is aimed at finding out the number of movie tickets sold. I have found some data on this issue and organized it in the table below

I can identify two main features of the statistics presented in the table below. The first one is that the highest number of movie tickets sold was in 2018. The second one is that the lowest number of movie tickets sold was in 2021.

It is also worth mentioning that the number of movie tickets sold has been declining significantly since 2018.

In my opinion, the statistics in the table reveal an important problem. We can see that the data on the sold movie tickets isn’t specific, not accounting for various ways in which movies are sold. I think that in order to solve this problem the data should be broadened to streaming services.

In conclusion, I believe that recollecting the data of movies sold in streaming services, as well as the one from the tickets sold in movie theaters, should give greater insight into the consumption of movies sold in the modern world.

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40.2. Computers are an important part of our daily life and a vital utility for communication and entertainment. My project, which I am still working on, is aimed at analyzing the percentage of households which have a computer. I have found some data on this issue and organised it in the graph below.

I can identify two main features of the statistics presented in the graph. The first one is that the highest level of computer usage was in 2016, at nearly 80%. The second one is that the lowest percentage of households with a computer was in 1984.

It is also worth mentioning that the highest leap was between 1993 and 2000, with a rise in computer usage of about 30%.

In my opinion, the statistics in the table reveal an important problem. As of 2016, there still are more than 20% of households don’t have a PC, which reduces the ability of those unable to buy a computer to self-⁠educate. To solve this problem, governments should increase the availability of PCs for low-⁠income households.

In conclusion, I believe that computers are essential in the modern world, both for education and work, so making them available to the general public is an extremely important task for all of humanity.

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