What is the difference between "affect" and "effect"?

A They are interchangeable

B "Affect" is usually a verb; "effect" is usually a noun

C "Effect" is always a verb

D "Affect" refers to emotions only

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

"Affect" is typically a verb (to influence), while "effect" is typically a noun (the result). E.g., "The rain affected the game; the effect was a delay."

💡 Why is B) the correct answer?

The correct answer to the question "What is the difference between "affect" and "effect"?" is Option B: "Affect" is usually a verb; "effect" is usually a noun.

The other options — A) They are interchangeable, C) "Effect" is always a verb, D) "Affect" refers to emotions only — are incorrect for this SAT Exam Prep question. As explained above: "Affect" is typically a verb (to influence), while "effect" is typically a noun (the result). E.g., "The rain affected the game; the effect was a delay."

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What is the difference between "affect" and "effect"?

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

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