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Trying to decide between whose and who’s can make you feel pretty confused (and maybe a little like an owl). Some people just throw up their arms and pick the one with an apostrophe every time — after all, apostrophes are always correct, right? Not really. You don’t need to seek out an owl when it comes to whose vs. who’s; just figure out which part of speech you’re dealing with.
What’s the difference between which, that, and who? It seems like the answer should be straightforward, but it’s trickier than it seems. Keep reading to learn how to use these words correctly when describing another noun.