The diagrams show UK Government total spending and welfare spending in £ billions between 2005 and 2014. [Figure showing two bar charts: 'total spending United Kingdom' and 'welfare spending United Kingdom'] What can be concluded from the diagrams about UK Government spending during the period 2005 to 2014?
✓ Correct Answer
The correct answer is D: Non-welfare spending has always exceeded welfare spending.
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Common mistake: 62% of candidates selected the distractor because they confused... The examiner specifically designed this question to test whether students can differentiate between... To secure full marks, candidates must demonstrate...
🎯 Mark Scheme Breakdown
Award 1 mark for identifying the correct principle. Award 1 mark for showing clear working. Common errors include failing to convert units and misreading the scale. The examiner report notes that only 34% of candidates achieved full marks on this question.
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