Select the linking verb and the predicate noun or predicate adjective.
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The question is asking to identify the linking verb and either the predicate noun or predicate adjective in the given sentence about orcas.
Answer
'are' is the linking verb; 'effective predators' is the predicate noun.
The linking verb is 'are' and the predicate noun is 'effective predators.'
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The linking verb is 'are' and the predicate noun is 'effective predators.'
More Information
The linking verb 'are' links the subject 'Orcas' to the noun 'effective predators,' completing the sentence meaning.
Tips
Common mistakes include confusing action verbs with linking verbs. Ensure the verb doesn’t convey an action.
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