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What is the correct grammar had camera broken or was broken?

The correct grammar depends on the context:

* "Had the camera broken" is correct in the past perfect tense. It means the camera was broken before another event in the past. For example: "Had the camera broken before the trip, we wouldn't have been able to take any pictures."

* "Was broken" is correct in the past simple tense. It means the camera was broken at a specific time in the past. For example: "The camera was broken when I bought it."

To determine which is correct, consider the context and the intended meaning.

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