The guitarist, the drummer, and the bassist formed a jazz trio, _________ improvising a melody that captivated the audience.

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Which choice completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard English?

A

instruments. Each

B

instruments; each

C

instruments, each

D

instruments: each

Correct Answer: C

Choice C is the best answer. The comma correctly connects the main clause to the absolute phrase "each improvising..." that modifies the subject.

Choice A is incorrect because "Each improvising..." is a fragment. Choice B is incorrect because a semicolon requires an independent clause on both sides. Choice D is incorrect because a colon is not used to introduce this type of modifying phrase.

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Set 42: End-of-Sentence Punctuation 1