Correct use of plurals

[RobertChurch]

Hi

I would like to know which is the correct phrase to use:

I asked them to wash their hands and face

OR

I asked them to wash their hands and faces

Thanks

Robert Church

 

[Anglika]

Hi

I would like to know which is the correct phrase to use:

I asked them to wash their hands and face

OR

I asked them to wash their hands and faces

Thanks

Robert Church

Welcome to the forums.

In this context, faces works better - it reinforces the plurality.

Alternative way to say this:

I asked them all to wash hands and face.