Asked by ben hen
Which verb correctly completes the sentence below?
The coach, as well as his players, _______ a fierce competitor.
A.
is
B.
be
C.
were
D.
are
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A. is
Explanation: The true subject is "The coach" (singular). "As well as his players" is a parenthetical phrase and doesn't make the subject plural, so the singular verb "is" is correct.
Explanation: The true subject is "The coach" (singular). "As well as his players" is a parenthetical phrase and doesn't make the subject plural, so the singular verb "is" is correct.
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