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19 Feb 2013

Luis Lacroix

hello,

EITHER is used before a singular noun. Use a singular verb after it:

EXAMPLE: Either explanation is reasonable.

EITHER OF is used before a plural noun or pronoun.

In formal speech and writing, use a singular verb:

EXAMPLE: Has either of them called yet?

In informal speech and writing, you can use a plural verb:

EXAMPLE: Have either of them called yet?

Source: Longman Dictionary Of Contemporary English

19 Feb 2013