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How to know if a clause is independent or dependent

How to know if a clause is independent or dependent-example-1
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Answer: A clause is independent if it can stands on its own and make sense. Dependent if it needs words to complete it

Explanation: For example the one starting with since and although are dependent because their transition words and need detail

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