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Is there a rule when to use "distributing" instead of "distribution" or is it just a preference on which word sounds better?

Example Sentence: "XYZ Corp. will begin with the manufacturing and distributing of a limited number of products with expectations to expand shortly thereafter."

I think the sentence should read "distribution of" - does the word in use depend on the preposition that follows?

If I wanted to keep the word "distributing" in this sentence could I change the sentence to read: "....will begin by manufacturing and distributing a limited number of products...?"

Is the initial sentence incorrect as is or is it simply a matter of preference?

Slicey
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I believe it’s a matter of preference. Distributing is the gerund form of to distribute (verbal noun), whereas distribution is the regular noun form. Both are nouns, so both work, although I might use distribution.

Nick
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