Solar power, wind energy, and geothermal _________ contribute to the reduction of carbon emissions.

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Which 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.