What's the diference between saying:
John's and Mary's favourite car is...
vs.
John and Mary's favourite car is...
Does the first sentence suggest there's no relation between John and Mary or something?
Thanks! x
Dear Patatasfritas,
It is I believe as you have said. In the first sentence we regard John and Mary as individual. In the second sentence we regard them as a couple.
Kind regards,
Goldmund