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Lcchang Posted 20 years ago
Grammar

either

Dear teachers,

I have a question about either.

Either he or I is suitable for this...

Either he or I am suitable for this...

Can you advise me which sentence is right? Thanks.

LCChang
  

Top answer

The verb should be in concord with the physically nearest of the alternative subjects: Either he or I am ... Either I or he is ...

— Mister Micawber

  • The verb should be in concord with the physically nearest of the alternative subjects: Either he or I am ...
  • Either I or he is ...
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The verb should be in concord with the physically nearest of the alternative subjects:

Either he or I am...
Either I or he is...
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Mister MicawberThe verb should be in concord with the physically nearest of the alternative subjects:

Either he or I am...
Either I or he is...

Okie Dokie. Thanks.

LC
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