G6-g Use a verb that agrees with the subject rather than a subject complement.

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G6-g Use a verb that agrees with the subject rather than a subject complement.

subject complement A word or word group that follows a linking verb and describes or restates the subject.

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When either the subject or the subject complement names a group or category, the choice between a singular or plural verb can be confusing. Make sure that the verb agrees with the actual subject.

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