What term is used for a statement that shows the amount a household or business owes for essential services such as electricity, gas, water, and internet?
Answer the question.
Audio question
Answer and explanation
Answer: Utility Bill
One word or a short phrase is enough. A full sentence earns nothing extra, so answer as soon as the question ends.
RealPTE numbers
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Questions about this question
What is the answer to PTE Answer Short Question #735067?
The answer is Utility Bill.
How do I get full marks on this Answer Short Question question?
Answer straight away with the word that names the thing asked about. A correct word scores; extra words do not add anything.
Can I practise #735067 with scoring?
Yes. The practice button on this page opens question #735067 in the RealPTE practice screen, where your answer is scored when you finish.
Opens question #735067 in the RealPTE practice screen.
Answer Short Question format (Pearson)
| Prompt | Recording of 3–9 seconds |
|---|---|
| Preparation | None |
| Time to answer | 10 seconds |
| Skills assessed | Listening |
How it is scored
- Scored as either correct or incorrect.
- One or a few words is enough; longer answers earn nothing extra.
- The recording plays only once.
- If you stay silent for more than 3 seconds, the recording stops.
Source: Pearson, PTE Academic & UKVI test format, Part 1: Speaking & Writing, checked 9 October 2026.