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Which of the following sentences uses correct punctuation and grammar?
The correct sentence does not use a comma before 'because' when 'because' introduces a dependent clause that directly follows and explains the main clause, and
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Question: Which of the following sentences uses correct punctuation and grammar?
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- The inmates request was denied because, it did not follow procedure. ✅ The inmates request was denied because it did not follow procedure.
- The inmates request was denied, because it did not follow procedure.
- The inmate's request was denied, because, it did not follow procedure.
Correct answer: The inmates request was denied because it did not follow procedure.
Explanation: The correct sentence does not use a comma before 'because' when 'because' introduces a dependent clause that directly follows and explains the main clause, and 'inmates' should not be possessive in this context.
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