Question

12 Why is a dependent clause also known as a subordinate clause? O A. because it is joined to a sentence by a colon OB. because it is joined to a sentence by a subordinate conjunction O c. because it is a sentence fragment O D. because it is a run-on sentence​

Answer 1

O B. because it is joined to a sentence by a subordinate conjunction.

Step-by-step explanation:

An independent clause, on the other hand, can stand on its own as a complete sentence and needs no other clauses to be complete.

A dependent clause is a group of words or phrases that do not complete a thought and cannot stand on its own as a complete sentence. It needs an independent clause to be a complete sentence. Moreover, it also needs a subordinating conjunction to be joined to the main clause.

A dependent clause is also known as a subordinate clause because it is joined to a sentence by a subordinate conjunction. Thus, the correct answer is option B.