Which sentence uses "affect" and "effect" correctly?

A The effect of the storm will effect many homes.

B The affect of the law had a big effect.

C The storm may affect power lines; its effect could be widespread.

D Weather can effect your mood.

✓ Correct Answer: Option C

"Affect" is typically a verb (to influence); "effect" is typically a noun (a result). C uses both correctly.

💡 Why is C) the correct answer?

The correct answer to the question "Which sentence uses "affect" and "effect" correctly?" is Option C: The storm may affect power lines; its effect could be widespread..

The other options — A) The effect of the storm will effect many homes., B) The affect of the law had a big effect., D) Weather can effect your mood. — are incorrect for this SAT Exam Prep question. As explained above: "Affect" is typically a verb (to influence); "effect" is typically a noun (a result). C uses both correctly.

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Which sentence uses "affect" and "effect" correctly?

✓ Correct Answer: Option C

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