Which sentence applies the ordinary plural rule for two distinct subjects joined by and?
The printer and the separate scanner needs separate sockets.
A torn curtain and a loose rail requires immediate attention.
The printer and the scanner need separate sockets.✓Correct answer
The lamp and both shelves belongs in storage.
Explanation
The printer and the scanner need separate sockets uses a plural verb for two distinct pieces of equipment joined by and. Needs, requires and belongs are singular forms, so each wrongly treats its coordinated pair as one grammatical subject.