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a foacl vs an focal

The correct phrase is 'an focal'. The use of 'an' before 'focal' follows the rule of using 'an' before words that begin with a vowel sound. In this case, 'focal' starts with a vowel sound, so 'an' is used.

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This phrase is incorrect. The article 'a' should be followed by a consonant sound, not a vowel sound.

"a foacl"

The correct phrase is 'a focal' because 'focal' starts with a consonant sound. Use 'a' before words that begin with a consonant sound.
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This phrase is correct. 'An' is used before 'focal' because 'focal' starts with a vowel sound.

"an focal"

Use 'an' before words that begin with a vowel sound. In this case, 'focal' starts with a vowel sound, so 'an' is the correct article to use.
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