If you're asking what figure of speech, it would be a Simile when using 'like' or 'as' for keywords in the sentence.
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For each degree, a candidate must register for and earn a minimum of thirty semester hours of acceptable graduate credits. The candidate must register for course work through Teachers College and remain matriculated in each degree program for at least two academic terms. Living on campus is not required. Students electing to earn more than one degree must consult the Registrar about general residence including minimum point requirements for multiple degrees.
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It's Some because, transitional words or phrases for example starts like this " Eventually, he found the solution to his probelm."
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