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When Commas Are Needed?

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When Commas Are Needed?

Commas are necessary before a coordinating conjunction (for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so) that separates two independent clauses

independent clauses
An independent clause (or main clause) is a clause that can stand by itself as a simple sentence. An independent clause contains a subject and a predicate and makes sense by itself.
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. Commas are necessary after introductory words, phrases, or clauses in a sentence. Commas are necessary to set off elements that interrupt or add information in a sentence.

What are the 8 rules for commas?

What are the 8 rules for commas?
  • Use a comma to separate independent clauses.
  • Use a comma after an introductory clause or phrase.
  • Use a comma between all items in a series.
  • Use commas to set off nonrestrictive clauses.
  • Use a comma to set off appositives.
  • Use a comma to indicate direct address.

When should a comma be used examples?

Rule 1. Use commas to separate words and word groups in a simple series of three or more items. Example: My estate goes to my husband, son, daughter-in-law, and nephew. Note: When the last comma in a series comes before and or or (after daughter-in-law in the above example), it is known as the Oxford comma.

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