One in ten is vs One in ten are

Both 'one in ten is' and 'one in ten are' can be correct depending on the context. 'One in ten is' is used when referring to a singular entity out of a group of ten, while 'one in ten are' is used when referring to multiple entities out of a group of ten. The choice between 'is' and 'are' depends on whether the emphasis is on the singular entity or the multiple entities.

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This phrase is correct when referring to a singular entity out of a group of ten.

"One in ten is"

Use 'one in ten is' when the focus is on a single entity out of a group of ten.

Examples:

One in ten is a winner.
One in ten is selected for the prize.

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Oct 4, 2008 ... A: A subject like “one in ten” or “one out of three” or “one in every six” always takes a singular verb: “One in ten is” …
Aug 14, 2013 ... One in ten is or are? Which is the correct verb in the sentence below? (1) One in ten respondents was/were unhappy with the new rules.

Alternatives:

One out of ten is

This phrase is correct when referring to multiple entities out of a group of ten.

"One in ten are"

Use 'one in ten are' when the focus is on multiple entities out of a group of ten.

Examples:

One in ten are left-handed.
One in ten are students.

Alternatives:

One out of ten are

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