Victor_amelkin Posted 16 years ago
Grammar
"not only X but also Y" - singular or plural?
Suggest please, what is the number of the expression "not only X
but also Y"?
([Edited] Both X and Y are supposed to be either uncountable or
countable singular noun phrases.)
In other words, which of the following sentences is correct?
A) not only glass but also water are considered minerals
B) not only glass but also water is considered a mineral_
Thanks in advance.
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Victor
but also Y"?
([Edited] Both X and Y are supposed to be either uncountable or
countable singular noun phrases.)
In other words, which of the following sentences is correct?
A) not only glass but also water are considered minerals
B) not only glass but also water is considered a mineral_
Thanks in advance.
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Victor
Top answer
B is the the correct one. alex
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> B is the the correct one.
I also thought so; the book suggested the opposite. I'm starting to
lean towards the opinion that they are both grammatically acceptable...
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Victor
I also thought so; the book suggested the opposite. I'm starting to
lean towards the opinion that they are both grammatically acceptable...
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Victor
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