simple subject-verb agreement?

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Dear colleaguesWhich one do you think is more correct?1. I have known the applicant in my capacity as an instructor for two courses...2. I have known the applicant in my capacity as instructors for two courses...Thank you very much.PS. Also in front of 'two courses', should I put 'of' or 'for'?

Davkett · Accepted Answer

...'instructor' (singular).

I think 'of' and 'for' are each okay.

Belbase · Answer

Hi

The question is interesting.

In my opinion the first one is correct as the applicant and instructor represent same person. Also for is better infront of two courses in my viewpoint.

Thanks

Davkett · Answer

Sorry, Belbase,

The applicant is not the same person as the instructor. The instructor is the one who is writing on behalf of the applicant. The sentence is typical, for instance, for a letter of reference in which a teacher is recommending a student (the applicant) for advanced study.

We do agree on no.1, though.

Gobsmacked · Answer

Many thanks for your clarification. I reckon the decision of whether to use a singular or plural form here is based on the number of instructors rather than on that of courses. And after all the instructor for both courses is the same person. Got it.

My Shadow · Answer

Hi
In my opinion , the first sentence is more correct than second

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