Understanding Affect and Effect

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What is the definition of the verb 'affect'?

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To cause a change in; to influence.

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What does 'effect' mean when used as a noun?

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A result.

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What does 'effect' mean when used as a verb?

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To bring about.

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In the sentence 'The referee's call has an effect on the score,' what is the function of 'effect'?

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It is a noun describing the result.

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What is the difference between 'it's' and 'its'?

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'It's' is a contraction for 'it is' or 'it has', while 'its' indicates possession.

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Provide an example of a sentence using 'it's' correctly.

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'It's been a long day.'

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Provide an example of a sentence using 'its' correctly.

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'The company increased its profits this quarter.'

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What is the grammatical function of 'affect' in a sentence?

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It is typically used as a verb.

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What is a common mistake people make with 'affect' and 'effect'?

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Confusing 'affect' (verb) with 'effect' (noun).

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How can you remember the difference between 'affect' and 'effect'?

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Affect is an Action (both start with 'A'), while Effect is an End result.