Spell Out, or Abbreviate in IELTS?

The video tutorial discusses the use of symbols and abbreviations in IELTS listening and writing tasks. It begins with a promotion for a webinar aimed at busy adults, followed by a celebration of student success. The instructor answers a listener's question about using commas and abbreviations in IELTS tasks, emphasizing the importance of using symbols for measurements and monetary units in Task 1. For Task 2, the focus is on maintaining a formal tone by avoiding abbreviations and contractions, while still using symbols for monetary units.

What should you do if you need to include a measurement like kilometers in your listening answer?

What is the recommendation for using abbreviations in writing task 1?

What is the general rule regarding the use of symbols in academic writing?

How should monetary units be treated in writing task 2?

What should you avoid in writing task 2 to maintain a formal academic tone?