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5. The indefinite pronouns "both", "few", "fewer",

"many", "others", and "several" are all plural and

require a plural verb.

Example Explain

Both agree to ➢ The subject in this sentence is

the conditions. "both."

➢ Since the subject is "both", the

verb must be plural.

6. Nouns like "economics," "politics," "measles,"

"mathematics," "dollars," and "news" need

singular verbs.

Example Explain

Mathematics ➢ The subject in this sentence is

is a complex "Mathematics."

subject for ➢ Since the subject is

many. "Mathematics", the verb must be

singular.

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