Question

Identify the plural form of the noun given in the bracket:
This ruler is twelve ________ long. (inch)

• A. inch
• B. inchs
• C. inchez
• D. inches

Answer 1

Answer: (D)

The correct option is D inches

Option A is incorrect as the word inch is a singular noun and not plural.

Options B and C are incorrect as there is no word such as inchez or inchs.

The plural form of nouns ending with -ch, -s, -sh, -x, etc is formed by suffixing "es" to the noun. Here the noun inch, ends with -ch. Hence, its plural form is: inches. Option D is the correct answer.