Which statement explains when a comma should be used with a subordinating conjunction? (1 point)

Question

The comma should follow the independent clause if the clause
O begins with a subordinating conjunction.
Tependen lause eins the surdinating conjunction if the
• The comma should follow the subordinating conjunction if the independent clause begins the sentence.
The comma should follow the dependent clause if the clause begins with a subordinating conjunction.

Answer 1

The correct statement regarding the use of a comma with a subordinating conjunction is:

The comma should follow the dependent clause if the clause begins with a subordinating conjunction.

In this case, if the dependent (or subordinate) clause comes first in the sentence, a comma is used before the independent clause that follows it. However, if the independent clause comes first, no comma is needed before the dependent clause.

Answer 2

Is this right ?

Answer 3

Yes, that statement is correct! Let me clarify further:

1. If a sentence begins with a dependent clause (subordinating conjunction) followed by an independent clause, you should place a comma before the independent clause. For example:

   • "Although it was raining, we went for a walk."

2. If the independent clause comes first, followed by the dependent clause, you do not use a comma. For example:

   • "We went for a walk although it was raining."

So, to summarize, you use a comma when the dependent clause comes first. Thus, the statement saying that "the comma should follow the dependent clause if the clause begins with a subordinating conjunction" is accurate.