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RJD Posted 17 years ago
Grammar

Which one is correct?

Installation of carpet on the steps / Installation of carpet in the steps
  

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Hi, RJD Well, you see, prepositions are a big issue for non-native speakers. And, even some native ones would choose both. But, we shall say "ON" because of the definition: over the steps.

— Renan torres-rivero

  • Hi, RJD Well, you see, prepositions are a big issue for non-native speakers.
  • And, even some native ones would choose both.
  • But, we shall say "ON" because of the definition: over the steps.
  • Installation of carpet on the steps = over the surface of the steps.
  • Hope this helps.
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Hi, RJD

Well, you see, prepositions are a big issue for non-native speakers. And, even some native ones would choose both. But, we shall say "ON" because of the definition: over the steps.

Installation of carpet on the steps = over the surface of the steps.

Hope this helps.

Regards,
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