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hold a m.a. vs hold an m.a.

Both phrases are correct, but the choice between 'a' and 'an' depends on the pronunciation of the following word. In this case, 'm.a.' is pronounced as 'em-ay,' starting with a vowel sound, so 'an' is the correct choice.

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hold a m.a.

This phrase is not correct because 'm.a.' starts with a vowel sound, so 'an' should be used instead of 'a.'

The correct phrase is 'hold an m.a.' since 'm.a.' is pronounced as 'em-ay,' starting with a vowel sound.

hold an m.a.

This phrase is correct because 'm.a.' starts with a vowel sound, so 'an' should be used instead of 'a.'

Use 'hold an m.a.' when referring to someone holding a Master of Arts degree, as 'm.a.' is pronounced as 'em-ay,' starting with a vowel sound.

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