Solar power, wind energy, and geothermal _________ contribute to the reduction of carbon emissions.
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writingWhich choice completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard English?
A
heat:
B
heat,
C
heat
D
heat-
Correct Answer: C
Choice C is the best answer. No punctuation is needed between the subject "heat" (part of the list) and the verb "contribute."
Choice A is incorrect because a colon separates subject and verb. Choice B is incorrect because a comma separates subject and verb. Choice D is incorrect because a dash separates subject and verb.