Question

Which sentence requires semicolons instead of commas?(1 point)
Responses

A. A well-balanced diet includes a nourishing assortment of vegetables, a colorful mix of fruits, and a hearty variety of whole grains.
B. A well-balanced diet includes root vegetables, such as carrots, dark red fruits, such as strawberries, and whole grains, such as brown rice.
C. A well-balanced diet includes healthy foods such as, carrots, broccoli, berries, apples, brown rice, and oatmeal.
D. A well-balanced diet includes vegetables, fruits, and whole grains.

Answer 1

B. A well-balanced diet includes root vegetables, such as carrots, dark red fruits, such as strawberries, and whole grains, such as brown rice.

This sentence contains multiple lists within the main list (root vegetables, dark red fruits, and whole grains), and the use of semicolons would help clarify the separation of these complex items.