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  1. 13-Feb-2012, 17:33 #1
    Tan Elaine
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    Default Should it be writing skill or skills?

    Susan has good writing skills.

    Shouldn't it be 'skill'? I don't think a person can have skills in writing.

    Thanks.
  2. 13-Feb-2012, 17:40 #2
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    Default Re: Should it be writing skill or skills?

    No, it's "skills." Good writing involves a set of skills, not just one.
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