Element FORM: 'THAT OF', 'THOSE OF'
SuperCat PRONOUNS
SubCat demonstratives
Lexical Range N/A
Level C1
Cando Can use 'that of' and 'those of' as a possessive form, in formal and professional contexts.
Corrected Learner Example It is widely known that the Russian educational system differs dramatically from that of the European, Asian or American countries. (Russia; C1 EFFECTIVE OPERATIONAL PROFICIENCY; 2008; Russian; Pass)

The strength of our product is that it fits the customers' demands - especially those of middle-aged single consumers. (Germany; C1 EFFECTIVE OPERATIONAL PROFICIENCY; 2003; German; Pass)

Therefore, I urge you to publish this letter and reconsider your opinions, which clearly do not reflect those of the general population. (Spain; C1 EFFECTIVE OPERATIONAL PROFICIENCY; 2001; Catalan; Pass)
Uncorrected Learner Example It is widely known that Russian educational system differs dramatically from that of the European, Asian or American countries. (Russia; C1 EFFECTIVE OPERATIONAL PROFICIENCY; 2008; Russian; Pass)

The strength of our product is that it fits the customers' demands - especially those of middle aged single consumers. (Germany; C1 EFFECTIVE OPERATIONAL PROFICIENCY; 2003; German; Pass)

Therefore, I urge you to publish this letter and reconsider your opinions, which clearly do not reflect those of the general population. (Spain; C1 EFFECTIVE OPERATIONAL PROFICIENCY; 2001; Catalan; Pass)
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