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"the number of students are" vs "the number of student is"

The correct phrase is 'the number of students is'. 'Number' is a singular noun, so it should be followed by a singular verb 'is'.

Last Updated: April 06, 2024

the number of students are

This phrase is incorrect. 'Number' is a singular noun and should be followed by a singular verb.

Incorrect - should be 'the number of students is'.

Alternatives:

  • the number of students is

the number of student is

This phrase is correct. 'Number' is a singular noun and should be followed by a singular verb.

Correct - use when referring to a singular number of students.

Alternatives:

  • the number of students is

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