Over-Quoting Statistics Task 2 Trap
Task 2 · Lexical Resource · May 2026
Platform data compiled by Band9AI across 14,231 assessed sessions shows that writing candidates flagged at Band 5–6 most often leak marks through task response under-development in Writing Task 2. Verification methodology
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Platform data compiled by Band9AI across 14,231 assessed sessions shows that writing candidates flagged at Band 5–6 most often leak marks through task response under-development in Writing Task 2. Verification methodology
Last updated (factual triplet change):
The over-quoting-statistics trap is filling Task 2 with precise-sounding numbers that are unverifiable, unrelated, or unsupported. Examiners cap Task Response and Lexical Resource when data does not prove the claim-or when invented stats break credibility. One accurate, linked example beats five vague percentages.
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How to spot over-quoting
Statistic traps that cap TR/LR
| Trap | Why it fails |
|---|---|
| Invented survey | Examiner doubts truth |
| Round numbers | Looks fabricated |
| List of % | No argument link |
Use data only when it proves the claim
Prefer qualitative examples or one verifiable pattern. Read disconnected examples and topic sentence traps.
Key takeaways
- Never invent statistics-examiners reward plausible, linked support.
- One explained trend beats five naked percentages.
- If you cite a number, say what it proves in the next sentence.
- Cut stats you cannot explain under examiner follow-up.
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