The algorithm is set for fluency, fluency, fluency!! Therefore, a person just needs to keep speaking at an even tempo without any hesitation, pausing at the end of each sentence, for 31 seconds, and they will achieve a perfect score of 90. Does pronunciation matter? Yes, but by using the same procedure of 5 sentences over and over again, your pronunciation will improve.

This procedure is the easiest method to pass the test with a high score, usually well above 79. There is a long debate in second language learning between the roles of fluency and coherence and/or comprehension for the listener. A speaker may speak quickly but coherence is lost due to pronunciation or rhythmic intonation for the listener; conversely, a speaker may speak slowly with good pronunciation but then fluency is lost, so it is a tiring experience for the listener. In any event, Pearson decided that Retell Lecture and Describe Image at going to be all about fluency!

**Remember: As I did, always keep speaking at a normal tempo or pace for 30 seconds without any hesitation–even if you do not know what you are talking about – and you will probably score over 79.

**The key to the algorithm is there are a certain number of keywords coded into any analysis of a spoken response, so it is always wise to say a word that is written in the title or on the graph (process images for example) in every sentence you speak to ensure that you will score. However, as a counterpoint, what is coded if you get a picture that has no words?

** The images below were taken from colour charts from a Google search of PTE Describe Image. You will have colour images on your PTE Exam; here, as well as the exam, colour doesn’t really matter in the sense that you are going to follow the same procedure as it is the numbers that correspond to superlatives that do matter.

A single pie chart:

1. This pie chart shows the preferred mode of commuting in a city.
2. The most preferred mode of commuting is by the metro at 42%.
3. The least preferred mode of commuting is by car at 11%.
4. The average mode of commuting is the bike at 24 %
5. In conclusion, it can be expected that the metro will continue to be the most preferred way to commute in a city.

• Remember: always say the percentage!
• Always speak at an even tempo, only taking a pause at the end of each sentence.

A triple chart:

1. These 3 bar charts illustrate water usage by residential, industry, and agriculture in San Diego County, California, and Worldwide respectively.
2. San Diego County residents use the most water at 60 %.
3. Worldwide, agriculture uses the most water at 69%.
4. In California, residential, industrial, and agricultural water usage is almost equal at 39, 33, and 28 % respectively.
5. In conclusion, it can be realized that San Diego County uses too much water.

• Data accuracy does not matter in as much as fluency does.
• Speak 5 sentences fluently, mentioning some data or words from the diagram and your score will be exceedingly high – close to or will be 90.