3.Use noun phrases to describe the graphs.
There was an increase of 10% in 2010.
There was an increase in the oil prices.
The annual sale figures decreased by 15% this year.
4.The present continuous tense
A. The present continuous tense is formed using the verb to be and the main verb with an-ing ending.
The operator is receiving and answering the telephone.
They aren't (are not) designing any new products this year.
The receptionist is receiving the visitor by greeting and pleasing them politely.
The general manager is controlling and administrating.
Are you leaving now, or are you staying for lunch?