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Default When subject is a collective unit, singular or plural ?

When the subject is a collective unit such as the following examples:

1. client
2. department
3. management
4. name of a country (Australia, Japan..etc)

What is the correct form to use, singular or plural ?

For example,
Singular - Client approves the change ?
or
Plural - Client approve the change ?

Which one is correct ?

Any explanation would be appreciated. Thanks!
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