Here's why:
* Subject-verb agreement: The subject of the sentence is "packet," which is singular. The verb should agree with the subject in number.
* Correct sentence: "A packet of chips was found on the bench."
Here's why:
* Subject-verb agreement: The subject of the sentence is "packet," which is singular. The verb should agree with the subject in number.
* Correct sentence: "A packet of chips was found on the bench."