There is or there are a diversity of factors?

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ARUK2008

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That's just my question. I'm confused!
 

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I prefer 'There is a diversity of factors' as diversity is a singular word.

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I prefer 'There is a diversity of factors' as diversity is a singular word.

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I agree. You could also say "There are diverse factors".
 

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There IS a diversity of factors.
 

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There IS a diversity of factors.

I'm glad you agree with me, Michael.

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