Identify the number of independent and subordinate clauses in the following group of words.

Question

Energy can be gathered by using solar power

A.two independent clauses(MAY ANSWER)

B.one independent clause and one subordinate clause

C.one subordinate clause only

D.one independent clause only

Answer 1

Nope.

"by using solar power" is a prepositional phrase modifying "gathered."

Answer 2

one independent clause only

Answer 3

Yes, one independent clause only.