Asked by Dania Gallardo on May 27, 2024

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Select the answer that joins each pair of simple sentences with conjunctions or conjunctive adverbs correctly and is punctuated correctly. Rhonda's parents chose to rent an apartment.
They can't afford a house.

A) Rhonda's parents chose to rent an apartment yet they can't afford a house.
B) Because they can't afford a house, Rhonda's parents chose to rent an apartment.
C) They can't afford a house, therefore Rhonda's parents chose to rent an apartment.

Conjunctions

Words used to connect clauses or sentences or to coordinate words in the same clause, such as "and," "but," and "or."

Conjunctive Adverbs

Adverbs that function to connect two independent clauses, providing a transition that indicates a relationship between them, such as contrast or cause and effect.

Punctuated Correctly

Phrasing that has been correctly marked with commas, periods, and other punctuation marks to clarify meaning and enhance readability.

  • Ascertain and utilize correct connecting words, such as conjunctions or conjunctive adverbs, for the precise connection of simple sentences.
  • Learn the rules of correct punctuation for the use of conjunctions or conjunctive adverbs in compound and complex sentences.
  • Comprehend the logical associations between thoughts as conveyed by conjunctions and conjunctive adverbs.
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Miguel AuvertMay 31, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
This choice correctly uses the conjunctive adverb "because" to show the cause-and-effect relationship between Rhonda's parents not being able to afford a house and their decision to rent an apartment. It is also punctuated with a comma after "house" to separate the two clauses.