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Commas present many problems for writers because they can serve so many functions within standard English writing. In this chapter, you are taught the basic use of the comma—to help the reader make accurate sense of writing—and then the various applications of this punctuation mark. You will review the most common uses of the comma, from setting off an introductory element to preventing a misreading of a sentence. Throughout the chapter, there are many examples of proper comma use and many exercises for you to practice.
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