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OpenStudy (anonymous):

Need help! Giving medal. Which sentence uses a verb that agrees with its compound subject? A. Salad and rolls is on the kitchen table. B. The McAdams or Mr. Johnson have a telescope. C. A plum or blueberries are in the refrigerator. D. Sandra or the twins has washed the dishes.

OpenStudy (anonymous):

@FyrBornRayne :)

OpenStudy (anonymous):

C. because: When subjects are compounded with or or nor, the verb agrees with the subject closest to it. (ex.) Blueberries taste good after a spicy meal. Either blueberries or pineapple tastes good after a spicy meal. Either pineapple or blueberries taste good after a spicy meal.

OpenStudy (anonymous):

thanks!

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