I can't actually get my hands on my HS grammar book, which said both uses were acceptable.

However, the link I listed above was one of several I found. (I chose to link to that one for its ease of use and clarity.) Each was backed up by someone whose job it is to teach English, and/or who has published books on English grammar and usage.

I repeat my previous conclusion: a variety of sources make it clear that both usages are correct. Therefore, it is a matter of personal style. And of course, as Annie, Caroline, LabRat, and Wendy all pointed out, the main thing is to use one consistently.


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