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    #1 17-May-2011, 18:35

    Which word in bold should I use?

    It is known that a large number of monkeys is/are captured annually.

    Which word in bold should I use? I believe it should be 'are'. Am I correct?

    Thanks.
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    #2 17-May-2011, 18:41

    Re: Which word in bold should I use?

    Quote Originally Posted by Tan Elaine View Post
    It is known that a large number of monkeys is/are captured annually.

    Which word in bold should I use? I believe it should be 'are'. Am I correct?

    Thanks.
    Yes.
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