Question

which sentences use the word affect correctly? choose three correct answers. affect af - fect əfekt late middle english; from french affecter, from latin affectare 1. v. to influence or have an impact on 2. v. to stir someone’s feelings or emotions sunshine always has a positive affect on my mood. studies show that eating breakfast has a strong affect on one’s ability to concentrate. 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 "Sunshine always has a positive affect on my mood", it should be "effect" as a noun. In "Studies show that eating breakfast has a strong affect on one’s ability to concentrate", it should be "effect" as a noun. In "Rising food prices affect everyone in my community", "affect" is used correctly as a verb meaning to have an impact on.

Answer:

Rising food prices affect everyone in my community.