IELTS Writing Task 1 · Table · Work and careers
The table below shows the number of people employed in six sectors in one region in 1985, 2005 and 2025. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
| Sector | 1985 | 2005 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farming | 142 | 96 | 61 |
| Manufacturing | 318 | 207 | 124 |
| Construction | 88 | 104 | 97 |
| Retail | 151 | 176 | 158 |
| Healthcare | 74 | 119 | 183 |
| IT and digital | 6 | 38 | 102 |
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