When you write, you are often not certain of the facts and are obliged to hedge (that is to say, introduce elements of doubt and uncertainty into your texts). If you need to hedge, though, do so just once. Therefore, not
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It could be possible that economic factors and the decline in immigration may be affecting student numbers. |
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Economic factors and the decline in immigration may be affecting student numbers. |
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