Select all that apply Correct this comma splice by changing one of the independent clauses into a dependent clause. Select all that apply.

Question

Select all that apply

Correct this comma splice by changing one of the independent clauses into a dependent clause. Select all that apply.

She plans to study medicine, she needs a good background in anatomy.

Multiple select question.

Because she plans to study medicine, she needs a good background in anatomy.

She plans to study medicine, so she needs a good background in anatomy.

Since she plans to study medicine, she needs a good background in anatomy.

She plans to study medicine; consequently, she needs a good background in anatomy.

Answer 1

The first two choices are correct. Choice three is a comma splice.

The last choice incorrectly uses 'consequently' as a transitional phrase.

The first two choices are the least wordy, and grammatically correct.

Comma spices are a favorite of SAT and ACT writing sections.

Answer 2

Since she plans to study medicine, she needs a good background in anatomy.

Because she plans to study medicine, she needs a good background in anatomy.

She plans to study medicine; consequently, she needs a good background in anatomy.

She plans to study medicine, so she needs a solid background in anatomy.