Then/Than-It's/Its- Affect/Effect Commonly Confused Words

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What is the difference between 'then' and 'than'?

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'Then' is used to indicate time or a sequence of events, while 'than' is used for making comparisons.

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Provide an example of how to use 'then' in a sentence.

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'I finished my homework, then I went to bed.'

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Provide an example of how to use 'than' in a sentence.

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'She is taller than her brother.'

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What does 'its' signify in a sentence?

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'Its' is a possessive pronoun used to indicate ownership.

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What does 'it's' signify in a sentence?

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'It's' is a contraction for 'it is' or 'it has'.

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How do you determine when to use 'affect' versus 'effect'?

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'Affect' is usually a verb meaning to influence something, while 'effect' is a noun meaning the result of a change.

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Provide an example of how to use 'affect' in a sentence.

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'The weather can greatly affect your mood.'

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Provide an example of how to use 'effect' in a sentence.

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'The effect of the new law was immediate and widespread.'

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What is a common mistake when using 'its' and 'it's'?

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A common mistake is using 'it's' when indicating possession instead of 'its'.

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What is a common mistake when using 'affect' and 'effect'?

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A common mistake is using 'effect' as a verb instead of 'affect'.