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Jun 9 2009 10:16AM GMT
Posted by: Ivy Wigmore
CIO, less or fewer, numbers, Business writing, Quiz
Which is correct — less or fewer?
Posted by: Ivy Wigmore
CIO, less or fewer, numbers, Business writing, Quiz
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Which is correct? According to Lockheed’s rules, the ____ people involved in a skunkworks project, the better. a. less b. fewer |
Answer: b
Explanation: Always use fewer for anything countable — especially when referring to people. (See also: amount vs. number)
Ask Oxford provides more information about less vs. fewer.
Here’s a list of Basic Operating Rules of Lockheed’s Skunkworks.
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