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Which sentence demonstrates correct punctuation?

A non-essential clause, like 'who was experienced', should be set off by commas. The other options use incorrect punctuation such as semicolons or omit necessar

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Question: Which sentence demonstrates correct punctuation?

Answer options:

  • The officer, who was experienced; handled the situation calmly. ✅ The officer, who was experienced, handled the situation calmly.
  • The officer who was experienced handled the situation calmly.
  • The officer; who was experienced; handled the situation calmly.

Correct answer: The officer, who was experienced, handled the situation calmly.

Explanation: A non-essential clause, like 'who was experienced', should be set off by commas. The other options use incorrect punctuation such as semicolons or omit necessary commas.

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