Prompt
Some argue that music mainly serves as a way for individuals to reduce their stress and anxiety. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
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Band 7 → 9 — Band 7 acknowledges music's therapeutic potential while noting it's not universal; Band 9 explores mechanisms (rhythm, familiarity, distraction) and identifies populations for whom music effectively reduces anxiety.
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