The 3D printer is capable of many different ___________ manufacturing tools and creating medical prosthetics.

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writing

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

A

functions; including

B

functions; these include

C

functions: including

D

functions, these include

Correct Answer: B

Choice B is the best answer. A semicolon separates two independent clauses ("The 3D printer is capable..." and "these include...").

Choice A is incorrect because "including" creates a fragment if preceded by a semicolon. Choice C is incorrect for the same reason. Choice D is incorrect because it creates a comma splice.

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