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What is the difference between a gerund phrase and a present participle phrase?

A. No difference
B. A gerund phrase acts as a noun; a participle phrase acts as an adjective.
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C. A gerund phrase has a past form; a participle phrase does not.
D. A gerund phrase acts as an adjective; a participle phrase acts as a noun.

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  • No difference
  • A gerund phrase acts as a noun; a participle phrase acts as an adjective.
  • A gerund phrase has a past form; a participle phrase does not.
  • A gerund phrase acts as an adjective; a participle phrase acts as a noun.

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