Identify the verbal and its function in the sentence:

i would rather be (sleeping)!

it is a gerund functioning as a noun.

it is a gerund functioning as a verb.

it is an infinitive functioning as a noun.

it is an infinitive functioning as a verb.

The correct answer is A: It is a gerund functioning as a noun.

Gerunds are words formed from verbs. They function as nouns and end in -ing. Gerunds are used in sentences that convey the meaning of real or complete actions.

On the contrary, infinitives are verb forms that do not end in -ing. They are formed with -to preceding the verb form. They are used in sentences that convey the meaning of unreal or future actions.

answer; /// the above statement is (true);

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