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Old 11-Jul-2007, 23:00
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Default Re: singular or plural?

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Originally Posted by ian2 View Post
Editorials are different from fact-based texts in that the former carries (or carry ) attitude and opinions of the writer whereas the latter only presents (or present) facts.

Editorials are plural. But if we use "former" to stand for "editorials", should we use "carries" or "carry"? Thanks.
I am so sorry. I've had a long day today!

Of course it should be carry and present.
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