Question

affect: effect: which sentences use the word affect correctly? choose three correct answers. affect affect a text late middle english, from french affecter, from latin affectare 1. v. to influence or have an impact on 2. v. to stir someones feelings or emotions studies show that eating breakfast has a strong affect on ones ability to concentrate. that injury will affect her ability to swim in tomorrows race. sunshine always has a positive affect on my mood. rising food prices affect everyone in my community

Explanation:

The word "affect" as a verb means to influence or have an impact on, or to stir someone's feelings. In the first sentence "Studies show that eating breakfast has a strong affect on one’s ability to concentrate", "affect" is misused as it should be "effect" (noun meaning a result). The other three sentences use "affect" as a verb correctly to indicate influence.

Answer:

• That injury will affect her ability to swim in tomorrow’s race.
• Sunshine always has a positive affect on my mood.
• Rising food prices affect everyone in my community.