You will have 20 minutes to plan, write and revise an essay about the topic below. Your response will be judged on how well you develop a position, organise your ideas, present supporting details, and control the elements of standard written English. You should write 200–300 words.
The rapid development of three-dimensional printing in healthcare allows for patient-specific prosthetics and implants to be produced locally. Some argue that this technology will revolutionise global healthcare access, while others believe its high implementation costs and regulatory risks will limit its practical benefits. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Support your view with reasons and examples.
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You will have 20 minutes to plan, write and revise an essay about the topic below. Your response will be judged on how well you develop a position, organise your ideas, present supporting details, and control the elements of standard written English. You should write 200–300 words.
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Some municipal planners suggest that using large-scale 3D printing to construct residential buildings could solve urban housing shortages, whereas critics argue that printed structures lack durability and threaten traditional construction jobs. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of 3D printing in the construction sector.
As desktop 3D printers become cheaper, consumers can manufacture household items and replacement parts at home rather than purchasing factory-made goods. Do the environmental and economic benefits of this trend outweigh the drawbacks regarding intellectual property and product quality?
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