It seems like you're discussing verbals, specifically participles, gerunds, and infinitives. Let me clarify:
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Participle: It looks like a verb because it is derived from a verb (e.g., "running," "broken"). Typically, it functions as an adjective, modifying a noun (e.g., "the running water," "the broken vase").
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Gerund: It looks like a verb but functions as a noun. For example, in the phrase "Swimming is fun," "swimming" acts as a noun.
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Infinitive: This form looks like a verb and can function as a noun, adjective, or adverb. For example, in "To run is enjoyable," "to run" acts as a noun.
In summary, no answer is correct if you're suggesting that a participle should never modify a noun, because that is one of its main functions.