Final answer:
The noun clause in the sentence 'Whatever you decide is fine with me' is 'Whatever you decide.' Incomplete sentences require context for correct verb completion. The difference between independent and dependent clauses is that an independent clause can stand alone while a dependent clause cannot.
Step-by-step explanation:
In the sentence 'Whatever you decide is fine with me,' the noun clause is 'Whatever you decide.' This clause serves as the subject of the sentence. A noun clause can act as a subject, object, or complement within the sentence and contains both a subject and a verb.
The correct verb completion for the sentences provided would depend on context, as the sentences are incomplete. However, here are possible completions:
- is hidden.
- sings beautifully.
- were rehearsing.
- is catchy.
- is or are ready to leave (depending on whether 'brother' or 'sisters' is closer to the verb).
An independent clause contains a subject and verb and can stand alone as a sentence. A dependent clause also contains a subject and verb but cannot stand by itself. For example, 'Although I was tired, I finished my homework,' where the underlined part is a dependent clause.