Complete Question: in order
Identify which option in the following groups is punctuated correctly
1.
a. The conferences were scheduled for; October 1, November 1, and December 1.
b. The conferences were scheduled for: October 1, November 1, and December 1.
c. The conferences were scheduled for October 1, November 1, and December 1.
2
a. Working for a larger company has its advantages; consequently I have decided to stay here another year.
b. Working for a larger company has its advantages consequently, I have decided to stay here another year.
c. Working for a larger company has its advantages; consequently, I have decided to stay here another year.
3
a. The meeting started at noon: it lasted until late in the evening.
b. The meeting started at noon; it lasted until late in the evening.
c. The meeting started at noon, it lasted until late in the evening.
4
a. The company meeting is this afternoon; therefore please take a shorter lunch break.
b. The company meeting is this afternoon; therefore, please take a shorter lunch break.
c. The company meeting is this afternoon therefore, please take a shorter lunch break.
Answer:
1. option c
2. option c
3. option c
4. option c
