Asked by kelley

In these sentences which verb should be chosen?

The public also views/view other sculptures at the memorial.

I think Views because public is plural?

Mathematics fail/fails to explain the wall's dramatic effect.

Fail?
Answered by Ms. Sue
Views is correct -- but public views is singular.

Mathematics is also singular so takes the verb fails.

Think: He fails, They fail

Answered by Reed
Public is singular, a body of people.

You're right on the second one. Mathematics is also singular.
Answered by Reed
Yes, fails is right on the second one. I goofed.
Answered by Kelley
What about this one?

Each of the walls halves are/is about 250 feet long.

I think is because each is one part
Answered by Ms. Sue
You're right. Each is singular. Each is.

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