Tuition increases, say officials, are driven by the universities costs, consequently, tuition income typically covers less than 50% of college budgets
Correct answer: B. Consequently
- A. By the universities
- B. Consequently
- C. Typically
- D. Less
Explanation
The word "consequently" is used incorrectly here. "Consequently" implies a cause-and-effect relationship, but in this context, it seems to indicate an additional point. The corrected sentence is: Tuition increases, say officials, are driven by the universities' costs; therefore, tuition income typically covers less than 50% of college budgets.
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