Re: How would you type this?

But it isn't just the BOS. AMA Manual says the same thing: With units of measure, always use a gingular verb: Five milliliters was injected.

The Gregg Manual states re collective nouns: If the group is acting as a unit, use the singular form of the verb. It doesn't (that I can find) mention this exact situation, but I think it does apply, i.e., the mL or cc are one unit, all given together.


Barbara Carlson wrote:
Well, when BOS thinks they can change basic rules of grammar they BOS goes out the window in my opinion. I'll stick with basic grammar--I don't think BOS has the right to make their own rules.

But, apparently you can take your choice. No wonder grammar is co confusing when there are different rules for different situations. I learned the basics, and I will stick with them. I can't believe BOS writes their own!!!!!

Barb C.

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Kathy

Per the BOS under verb-subject agreement it says this:

Units of measure are collective nouns and take singular verbs. Example given is "Twenty milliequivalents of KCl WAS (emphasis mine) given.

Kathy Carpenter wrote:

OK. I printed off the explanation and will read it every time until I learn it.




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