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When using a colon to introduce a list, what must the colon follow?

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What comes is an independent clause relevant to the list
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A colon is indeed expected to introduce a list but the text preceding it must constitute an independent clause making up a sentence that can stand alone.Use a colon after an independent clause that introduces and states the nature of the list that [ follows. The preceding sentence must include a phrase that serves as a generalizing term common to the list elements ]

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