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The submitted manuscript is original and free from plagiarism.

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The manuscript has not been published previously in any national or international journal.

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The manuscript is not under consideration by any other journal or publisher.

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All authors have agreed to nominate the undersigned as the corresponding author.

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Permission has been obtained from all co-authors to sign this agreement on their behalf.

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Permission has been secured for all copyrighted or previously published material used.

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All previously published material has been properly cited and referenced.

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All sources of funding and acknowledgements have been properly declared.

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All individuals who made significant contributions to the research have been appropriately credited.

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The corresponding author accepts responsibility for the integrity and content of the manuscript.

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All authors have reviewed and approved the final version of the manuscript.

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All authors agree to the order of authorship and the listed affiliations.

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Complete and accurate author affiliations and contact details have been provided.

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Author affiliations are consistent across the manuscript and cover letter.

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Research confidentiality and participant privacy have been adequately maintained.

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All ethical standards and guidelines relevant to the study have been fulfilled.

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The author(s) agree to comply with editorial suggestions and required revisions.

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The corresponding author agrees to respond promptly to editorial and reviewer queries.

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