Asked by Marissa Moreland on Jun 13, 2024
Verified
Select the answer that correctly adds the suffix to each word below. floss + s/es
A) floss's
B) flosses
Suffix
A letter or group of letters added at the end of a word to form a derivative or to alter its grammatical function.
Floss
A thin filament used to clean between the teeth and gums for dental hygiene.
- Obtain and apply the knowledge of rules for the correct addition of suffixes to words.
- Recognize the correct spelling patterns for words ending in '-ed', '-ing', '-s', '-es', and other common suffixes.
Verified Answer
AC
Allison CollinsJun 14, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
When adding the suffix "-es" to a word that ends in "s" or "ss", you only add "-es" and not just "-s". Therefore, the correct answer is "flosses."
Learning Objectives
- Obtain and apply the knowledge of rules for the correct addition of suffixes to words.
- Recognize the correct spelling patterns for words ending in '-ed', '-ing', '-s', '-es', and other common suffixes.
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