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Problem 2 - Entrance Test
Identify the sentence that correctly uses a semicolon.
A. I like apples; because they are sweet.
B. I like apples; my brother prefers oranges.
C. I like apples; sweet and crunchy.
D. I like apples; however.
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Correct: B
A semicolon joins two independent clauses that are closely related. 'I like apples' and 'my brother prefers oranges' are both complete sentences, making the semicolon correct.