Thursday, April 27, 2017

plural forms - "Number" or "numbers"?


Is there a difference between using "number" and "numbers" when referring to multiple numbers?


For example, when calling a merchant to inquire about multiple orders, should I say:



I need RMAs for order numbers 1 and 2.




or



I need RMAs for order number 1 and 2.



This question might sound stupid, but I'm not sure what the main subject is. Is "number" the subject and therefore should I use "numbers"? Or are the order numbers (1 and 2) the subject, so should I keep "number" singular?



Answer



I usually hear that as "Order numbers 1 and 2", with the "s". Fumble's comment gives a good way to get around it anyway.


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