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Has this been approved vs have this been approved

The correct phrase to use is "Has this been approved?". The subject "this" is singular, so the verb should also be singular. "Has" is the correct singular form of the verb "to have" in the present perfect tense.
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Has this been approved

This phrase is correct. It uses the singular form of the verb "to have" (has) to match the singular subject "this".

Use this phrase when asking if something has been approved. Remember to use the singular form of the verb "to have" (has) with singular subjects like "this".

Examples:

  • Has this been approved by the committee?
  • Has this been approved by the manager?
  • Has this been approved for release?
  • Has this been approved for funding?
  • Has this been approved for production?
  • Jul 12, 2024 ... Are these approved in all fc? How long has this been approved?
  • Oct 12, 2023 ... Has this been approved by the LRI's or FIRST? Seems these 22ga wires would be effectively part of a 40amp circuit. This is a common thing in ...
  • Nov 23, 2018 ... 2. Has this been approved by a Mod? I am not sure if you are allowed to make this… could be wrong though. 4 Likes. InfiniteFlightSlayer ...
  • Has this been approved? I'm trying to do my narrative and can't find where to put it. Thanks! Your pre-application is approved, and you can start your ...
  • Oct 30, 2024 ... Hi All, when do the States funded nursery places come into effect for 2 year olds please? Has this been approved? Thanks.
  • Mar 13, 2020 ...Has this been approved for use by the AO? □ Yes. □ No □ N/A. Provide detailed configuration procedures. ▫ If applicable, is the voice ...
  • Frequently Asked Questions ... Is this activity permanent? ... Who is BKV? ... Has this been approved by the city? ... Can I reach out to BKV directly to ask questions?
  • Aug 27, 2024 ... Has this been approved to be paid out of unappropriated funds? Yes. Total estimated cost of trip: $275.00. No. Approved by the Board of ...
  • Email Address*. has_this_been_approved_by_your. required radio button field. Has this been approved by your supervisor?*. Yes. No. supervisors_email_address.
  • ▫ If yes, has the remote room monitoring capability been disabled? □ Yes □ No. ▫ Has this been approved for use by the AO? □ Yes. □ No □ N/A. Provide ...

have this been approved

This phrase is incorrect. It uses the plural form of the verb "to have" (have) with a singular subject "this".

  • May 10, 2023 ... How could have this been approved? It is so sad how the American flag has been stained by the MAGA cult. Upvote 11. Downvote Reply reply
  • Has this been approved or have this been approved ? has it been approved or have it been approved? I have been approved or I was approved?

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