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The phrase "as to the number" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when discussing or inquiring about a specific quantity or count related to a subject.
Example: "The committee is still deliberating as to the number of participants required for the event."
Alternatives: "regarding the number" or "concerning the number".
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There were conflicting reports on the Web sites as to the number arrested.
A good guess as to the number of addicts in New York City is fifty thousand.
Similarly, accounts were murky as to the number of Northern Alliance casualties.
"We are in line with our obligations as to the number of our warheads".
As to the number of ear bitings, Mr. Black said, "You'd be surprised".
There are differences as to the number of creditors who must join in a creditor's petition.
What I'm saying is, would that perhaps refresh your recollection as to the number of coffees that you attended?
As to the number of cafes, "I think there are zillions," said Patia Woods, a longtime resident.
"Restrictions should also apply as to the number of Chinese workers who could work on UK-based nuclear projects.
"As the Australian Defence Force Investigative Service (ADFIS) investigation is ongoing, it would be inappropriate to speculate as to the number of women affected," she said.
Still, the questions as to the number of workers who can enter the country and what wages those workers should be paid have been sticking points.
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Since I tried Ludwig back in 2017, I have been constantly using it in both editing and translation. Ever since, I suggest it to my translators at ProSciEditing.
Justyna Jupowicz-Kozak
CEO of Professional Science Editing for Scientists @ prosciediting.com