Asked by Brittany Cottle on Jun 09, 2024
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Select the letter of the correct words for the blanks in each of the following sentences. Last year I ____ 140 pounds; this year I ____ 125 pounds.
A) weighed, weigh
B) weigh, am weighing
C) weighed, weighing
Weighed Pounds
A measurement of body weight or mass in pounds (lbs).
- Detect and amend discrepancies in tense usage in sentences.
- Detect and rectify grammatical mistakes associated with the chronological arrangement of actions or events.
Verified Answer
JK
Jyotshanarani KhuntiaJun 12, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
The first blank refers to a past action, so the past tense "weighed" is appropriate. The second blank refers to the present, so the present tense "weigh" is appropriate.
Learning Objectives
- Detect and amend discrepancies in tense usage in sentences.
- Detect and rectify grammatical mistakes associated with the chronological arrangement of actions or events.
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