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The bar chart illustrates the percentage change in average

house prices in five major cities – New York, Frankfurt,
Madrid, London, and Tokyo – during two distinct periods
(1990-1995 and 1996-2002) compared to the base year of
1989.
Overall, the chart reveals fluctuating trends in house prices
across the five cities. While some cities like New York and
London experienced both declines and surges, others like
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Madrid showed consistent growth. Frankfurt stood out as

the only city with a price decrease in the latter period.
During the first period (1990-1995), New York, Tokyo, and
London experienced a decline in average house prices.
New York witnessed a 5% decrease, while both Tokyo and
London saw a more significant drop of around 7%.
Conversely, Madrid and Frankfurt experienced marginal
growth in house prices, with both cities showing a slight
increase of approximately 1%.
The latter period (1996-2002) witnessed a shift in trends.
New York experienced a turnaround, with house prices
surging by 5% compared to 1989. London exhibited an
even more dramatic reversal, with prices soaring by 10%
relative to the base year. Tokyo also saw a significant
increase in house prices, although the exact percentage
change is not provided in the chart. Madrid continued its
upward trend, albeit at a slower pace than in the previous
period. Frankfurt, however, was the only city to experience
a decline in house prices during this period.
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The two pie charts provide a comparative overview of

online shopping sales in New Zealand across four distinct
retail sectors - travel, film/music, books, and clothes -
comparing data from 2003 and 2013. Overall, the decade
witnessed a marked shift in consumer spending patterns,
with film/music and books experiencing significant growth
at the expense of travel and clothes.
In 2003, the travel sector held the largest share of online
sales, accounting for 36% of the total. Clothes followed
closely behind at 24%, indicating a strong preference for
these sectors in the early stages of e-commerce in New
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Zealand. Film/music and books held relatively smaller

shares, contributing 21% and 19% respectively.
However, by 2013, a dramatic reversal had occurred. The
film/music sector experienced a surge in popularity,
capturing a 33% share of online sales and becoming the
dominant player. This growth likely reflects the increasing
accessibility and affordability of digital media during this
period. Conversely, the travel sector, while still significant
at 29%, lost its leading position. The books sector also
demonstrated moderate growth, reaching 22%, suggesting
a sustained demand for online book purchases. The most
striking change was observed in the clothes sector, which
plummeted to a mere 16% share, perhaps indicating a shift
towards in-store purchases for fashion items.
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The two maps illustrate the transformation of Grange Park

from 1920 to the present day. Overall, the park has
undergone a significant redevelopment, with the addition
of new facilities and the modernization of existing ones,
catering to a wider range of leisure activities.
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One of the most striking changes is the replacement of the

stage for musicians, initially located on the Arnold Avenue
side, with a modern amphitheater for concerts. While the
rose garden adjacent to Arnold Avenue has been retained,
the one previously situated near Eldon Street has been
removed to accommodate this new feature.
The central area of the park has also witnessed a major
transformation. The fountain, a prominent feature in
1920, has been replaced by a rectangular rose garden, now
encircled by seating areas on all four sides. This change
suggests a shift towards a more tranquil and contemplative
atmosphere in this part of the park.
On the opposite side of the amphitheater, along Arnold
Avenue, the rose garden and pond for water plants have
been replaced by a café and a children's play area
respectively, indicating a greater emphasis on recreational
amenities for families. Furthermore, the glasshouse,
originally situated near the Eldon Street side, has been
transformed into a water feature, while the adjacent
seating area has been removed to make way for an
entrance to a new underground car park, enhancing
accessibility and convenience for visitors.