The correct sentence combining Lauren's readiness for kindergarten and her need to practice tying shoes is: 'Lauren is getting ready to begin kindergarten; therefore, she needs to practice tying her shoes over the summer.' This option correctly uses a semicolon and a conjunctive adverb. It reflects the logical relationship between the two statements.
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The correct way to combine the sentences using a semicolon and a conjunctive adverb is: 'Lauren is getting ready to begin kindergarten; therefore, she needs to practice tying her shoes over the summer.' This option accurately reflects the logical connection between the two statements. ;