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Is the underlined clause independent or subordinate?

My cousin Frank joined the Army so that he could learn new skills and serve his country.

Underlined Clause: My cousin Frank joined the Army


A.independent

B.subordinate

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Answer:

A

Step-by-step explanation:

the correct answer is A

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It's A. Independent because the other clause has the word "so"; Therefore, the first clause is not only subordinate clause but it's adverbial and asks "why?"
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