The graph shows the number of overseas visitors (in thousands) to three different areas in a European country —
the coast,
the mountains, and
the lakes — between
1987 and 2007.
Let’s analyze the trends for each area:
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1. The Coast (Blue Line)
- In
1987, around
40,000 visitors came to the coast.
- Numbers dropped slightly to about
35,000 in
1992.
- From
1992 to 2007, there was a
steady increase.
- By
2007, the number reached approximately
75,000 visitors.
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Trend: A slight dip early on, followed by consistent growth.
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2. The Mountains (Orange Line)
- In
1987, about
20,000 visitors went to the mountains.
- The numbers increased gradually over time.
- By
2007, it reached roughly
35,000 visitors.
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Trend: Steady, moderate growth throughout the period.
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3. The Lakes (Grey Line)
- In
1987, only about
10,000 visitors came to the lakes.
- There was a sharp rise from
1987 to 2002, reaching a peak of around
75,000 visitors in
2002.
- After 2002, there was a
sharp decline, falling to about
50,000 by
2007.
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Trend: Rapid growth until 2002, followed by a significant drop.
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Overall Summary:
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The coast had the most consistent and long-term growth, ending as the most visited destination in 2007.
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The lakes experienced the most dramatic change: a surge in popularity up to 2002, then a steep decline.
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The mountains showed steady but modest growth throughout the 20-year period.
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Key Observations:
- In
1987, the coast was the most popular destination.
- By
2002, the lakes briefly surpassed both the coast and mountains in visitor numbers.
- In
2007, the coast became the top destination again, while the lakes saw a notable decrease.
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Conclusion:
Over the 20-year period,
the coast became the most attractive destination for overseas tourists, with continuous growth. The
lakes were initially less popular but saw a boom until 2002 before declining. The
mountains remained relatively stable with slow growth.
This data could reflect changes in tourism marketing, accessibility, or shifts in traveler preferences over time.
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of line graph writing.
