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Composition Posted 15 years ago
Grammar

Subject predicate agreement

Dear teacher

There is a sentence 'Every parent wants their child to be the best.'

I know there's something wrong with it but how to correct?

If the subject is singular , should I use ' his child' or 'her child '

thank you very much
  

Top answer

composition Every parent wants their child to be the best. 'there' is absolutely OK here, even though there is no concord of number. It's a politically correct form, as his or her may be judged as sexist.

— MichalS

  • composition Every parent wants their child to be the best.
  • 'there' is absolutely OK here, even though there is no concord of number.
  • It's a politically correct form, as his or her may be judged as sexist.
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compositionEvery parent wants their child to be the best.
'there' is absolutely OK here, even though there is no concord of number. It's a politically correct form, as his or hermay be judged as sexist.
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If I would need any help..I'll let you know..!

Is it Correct?
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No.

If I need any help I'll let you know.
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