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Which sentence option correctly uses a semicolon?

A. Jason hopes to run for class president; his best friend wants to be
vice-president.
B. Jason hopes to run for class president his best friend; wants to be
vice-president
C. Jason hopes to run for class president his best friend wants to be;
vice-president.
D. Jason hopes to run; for class president his best friend wants to be
vice-president.

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Answer:

A

Step-by-step explanation:

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Answer:

Answer A

Step-by-step explanation:

B, C, and D all have the semicolon in awkward places that don't really make sense, A uses it correctly.

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