Multiple choice general knowledge

Which of the following spellings is always preferred in American English and preferred as an adjective in British English?

  1. dependant

  2. depindant

  3. dependent

  4. dependunt
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The correct spelling is 'dependent' for both noun and adjective in American English. In British English, 'dependent' is the adjective form while 'dependant' (with 'a') is primarily used as the noun form. The question specifies American English preference.

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