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I don't know when to use a singular or plural noun. Would someone please tell me which of the following sentences is correct? Thanks.

Employee is required to wear uniform.

Employee is required to wear a uniform.

An employee is required to wear uniform.

An employee is required to wear a uniform.

Employees are required to wear uniform.

Employees are required to wear a uniform.

Employees are required to wear uniforms.

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A context is required before any reasonable choice can be made. Some of these are acceptable in one context but not in another. Provide a context and you'll get answer. No context, no answer. Sorry. – Bill Franke Jan 15 at 7:48
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I think we also need to know whether OP is a native speaker or not. If he is not, then he needs professional instruction in the use of English articles. – Barrie England Jan 15 at 7:51
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On a sign I would expect All employees are required to wear a uniform. – mplungjan Jan 15 at 8:33
@mplungjan I would expect All employees are required to wear uniforms. Unless there's only one uniform for all employees. – Mr Lister Jan 15 at 8:44
Hehe - When I read yours, I see each employee wear more than one uniform... – mplungjan Jan 15 at 8:50
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