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    Choudenji Machine Voltes V is a Japanese anime television series that was first aired on TV Asahi starting April 6, 1977. It was created by Tadao Nagahama as the second part of his Robot Romance Trilogy , of the Super Robot genre. Concieved as a sec...
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    when do I use Affect vs Effect in a sentence?
    What's the rule to remember here?

    In general, "affect" is a verb; "effect" is a noun. "Affect" is most commonly used to mean "influence."



    Rules for using affect and effect?
    What are the rules for using affect vs effect?

    Affect and effect are two words that are commonly confused. "Affect" is usually a verb meaning "to influence". The drug did not affect the disease. "Effect" is usually a noun meaning "result". The drug has many adverse side effects. "Effect" can also be used as a verb meaning "to bring about". The present government effected many positive changes.



    Can anyone offer an easy way to remember when to use the word 'effect' vs. 'affect'?
    Thank you in advance.

    Affect = influence Effect = outcome You always influence something before you get an outcome.