Question

15. Which one of the following sentences contains an incorrect usage of the singular possessive?

A. The alpha male is often the pack's leader.
B. I'll use Mrs. Velez' classroom as a meeting place.
C. Sloane and Herring's law firm will represent the client.
D. The north forty has always been my family's land.

Answer 1

Answer: Thank you but the correct answer is B. I’ll use Mrs. Valez’ classroom as a meeting place.

Explanation: Just took the test

Answer 2

C. Sloane and Herring's law firm will represent the client.

Step-by-step explanation:

A singular possessive noun is used to denote ownership and is done by adding an apostrophe (') to the noun, but however, when it is more than one noun, the ('s) is used and it becomes a plural possessive.

Therefore, the sentence that contains an incorrect usage of the singular possessive is option C, because it is a plural possessive noun.