Question 27
GCE_MODEL_QUESTIONS_VOL1
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2021
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ENGLISH_LANGUAGE
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objective
The following data were collected from a survey of 200 secondary‑school students about their daily mode of transport to school and their level of satisfaction with that mode.
| Mode of transport | Number of students | % satisfied |
|-------------------|--------------------|------------|
| Bus | 80 | 70% |
| Walk | 50 | 85% |
| Bicycle | 30 | 60% |
| Car | 20 | 50% |
| Other | 20 | 40% |
Write a report of no more than 150 words that:
1. Summarises the main trends in the data (include percentages of total users for each mode);
2. Compares the level of satisfaction across the different modes;
3. Makes one realistic recommendation for the school to improve student transport.
Your report should use appropriate headings, comparative language and accurate figures.
Answer Options
A.
Report:
The survey of 200 pupils shows that the bus is the most popular mode (80 pupils, 40% of the total), followed by walking (25%), cycling (15%), and both car and other modes (each 10%).
Satisfaction levels vary: walkers are the most satisfied (85%), while bus users report a lower satisfaction rate (70%). Cyclists (60%), car users (50%) and those using ‘other' modes (40%) are progressively less content.
To improve overall satisfaction, it is recommended that the school invest in new bicycle racks and a bike‑share programme, encouraging more students to cycle to school.
Correct Answer
B.
Report:
The survey of 200 pupils shows that the bus is the most popular mode (80 pupils, 40% of the total), followed by walking (25%), cycling (15%), and both car and other modes (each 10%).
Satisfaction levels vary: walkers are the most satisfied (85%), while bus users report a lower satisfaction rate (70%). Cyclists (60%), car users (50%) and those using ‘other' modes (40%) are progressively less content.
The contrast between the high usage of the bus and its relatively modest satisfaction suggests that improving the bus service could benefit many students. It is recommended that the school liaise with the local bus company to introduce a punctuality guarantee and a discounted student fare, which should raise overall satisfaction and possibly reduce reliance on less sustainable modes.
C.
Report:
The survey of 200 pupils shows that walking is the most popular mode (80 pupils, 40% of the total), followed by the bus (25%), cycling (15%), and both car and other modes (each 10%).
Satisfaction levels vary: bus users are the most satisfied (85%), while walkers report a lower satisfaction rate (70%). Cyclists (60%), car users (50%) and those using ‘other' modes (40%) are progressively less content.
Given the high satisfaction among bus users, the school should focus on encouraging more students to switch to bus travel by providing information sessions about route options.
D.
Report:
The survey of 200 pupils shows that the bus is the most popular mode (80 pupils, 40% of the total), followed by walking (25%), cycling (15%), and both car and other modes (each 10%).
Satisfaction levels vary: walkers are the most satisfied (85%), while bus users report a lower satisfaction rate (70%). Cyclists (60%), car users (50%) and those using ‘other' modes (40%) are progressively less content.
Because car usage is already low, the school should prioritize building a new car‑parking lot to accommodate the few students who drive, thereby increasing their satisfaction.
Correct Answer
B
Correct Option:
Report:
The survey of 200 pupils shows that the bus is the most popular mode (80 pupils, 40% of the total), followed by walking (25%), cycling (15%), and both car and other modes (each 10%).
Satisfaction levels vary: walkers are the most satisfied (85%), while bus users report a lower satisfaction rate (70%). Cyclists (60%), car users (50%) and those using ‘other' modes (40%) are progressively less content.
The contrast between the high usage of the bus and its relatively modest satisfaction suggests that improving the bus service could benefit many students. It is recommended that the school liaise with the local bus company to introduce a punctuality guarantee and a discounted student fare, which should raise overall satisfaction and possibly reduce reliance on less sustainable modes.
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Gce Model Questions Vol1
2021
English Language
Question 27.
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questions from the
2021
Gce Model Questions Vol1
English Language
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Difficulty level:
Hard
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