The city council argued that building a new park would be a victory for _________ the residents living in the crowded downtown area need green space.
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writingWhich choice completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard English?
A
public health, because
B
public health because,
C
public health because
D
public health, because,
Correct Answer: C
Choice C is the best answer. No punctuation is needed before "because" when it introduces a dependent clause that is essential or follows logically without a pause.
Choice A is incorrect because a comma is generally not used before "because" unless to prevent ambiguity. Choice B is incorrect because a comma after "because" is incorrect. Choice D is incorrect because commas are unnecessary.