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may
 have a negative effect on the basic mathematical knowledge of
some students.”
This is also called ‘hedging’ language because ‘to hedge
against something’ means to protect yourself from its negative
consequences.
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Students often make the mistake of using cautious language
where it is not appropriate. They sometimes use 
‘would,’ ‘might,’
‘likely to,’
etc., because they have learnt that these verbs are
common in academic writing.
For example:
“
Annual financial reports 
might include information from
financial statements and other sources
.”
You don´t need to know a lot about accounting or business to
understand that the objective of financial reports is to provide
financial information taken from financial statements and other
sources. Therefore, the verb ‘
might’
can´t be used here.
Remember…
 
Link your sentences in formal writing
Always use Linking Adverbs like 
therefore, additionally,
consequently, firstly, secondly, finally, moreover, however
Use synonyms to replace basic level vocabulary
To (purpose)= 
in order to, so as to
Like = 
such as, for example, for instance
Get = 
receive, acquire, obtain
Help = 
aid, assist, support
 
Not only does X do Y, but it also does Z
Look at the difference between these sentences...
Version 1:
Working gives you the experience to help your
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career prospects. Working also improves essential skills like social
skills.
Version 2:
Not only does working provide you with experience
to help your career prospects, but it also improves essential skills
such as social interaction and communication.