Dear class,

There seems to be a common error that most of you have made during lessons. This is your understanding of the terms “extend” and “extent”. This error occurs often both in your journals and on your presentation slides.

The definition of “extend” is defined as:

-To enlarge the area, scope, or range of.
(This is just one definition among many. For the full definition listing, do go to: “http://www.thefreedictionary.com/extend”)

The definition of “extent” is defined as:

- The degree to which a thing extends
(Once again, do go to “http://www.thefreedictionary.com/extent” for the full listing)

I hope that after understanding the differences between the two terms, you will be able to better apply them correctly and appropriately for subsequent lessons.