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Nikko Posted 20 years ago
Grammar

Please help with Grammar question

0Please tell me which of the 2 sentences is correct. I believe the first, but my teacher says the second. Is she correct? Thanks!!02br
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1font 002. Developing and maintaining positive relationships with families and the community are essential in promoting academic success. 02font 02br 02br 02br 02br 02br 02br 00This can be a tricky one.

— Goodman

  • 1font 002.
  • Developing and maintaining positive relationships with families and the community are essential in promoting academic success.
  • 02font 02br 02br 02br 02br 02br 02br 00This can be a tricky one.
  • It depends on the perspective of the speaker.
  • If you take 00 01font 00Developing and maintaining positive relationships with families and the community02font 00 as a single process, then “is” could be acceptable.
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