The statement below contains a comma splice. Drag each of the altered versions of the statement into the appropriate box.
Errors related to spelling, grammar, and punctuation can prevent writers from clearly communicating their ideas to readers, therefore, writers should consider eliminating all such errors before releasing their documents.
Correct version:
Errors related to spelling, grammar, and punctuation can prevent writers from clearly communicating their ideas to readers. Therefore, writers should consider eliminating all such errors before releasing their documents.
Errors related to spelling, grammar, and punctuation can prevent writers from clearly communicating their ideas to readers; therefore, writers should consider eliminating all such errors before releasing their documents.
Errors related to spelling, grammar, and punctuation can prevent writers from clearly communicating their ideas to readers, writers should consider eliminating all such errors before releasing their documents.
Answer (2)
A comma splice occurs when two independent clauses are incorrectly joined by a comma. You can correct this error by either using a period or a semicolon with 'therefore' to connect the ideas. This ensures clearer communication in writing. ;
The original statement contains a comma splice, which can be corrected by using either a period or a semicolon before 'therefore.' This helps to clearly separate the two independent clauses and enhances readability. The correct versions are 'Errors related to spelling, grammar, and punctuation can prevent writers from clearly communicating their ideas to readers. Therefore, writers should consider eliminating all such errors before releasing their documents.' or 'Errors related to spelling, grammar, and punctuation can prevent writers from clearly communicating their ideas to readers; therefore, writers should consider eliminating all such errors before releasing their documents.'
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