Question

2.Choose the sentence with the correct use of semicolon.
There is mounting evidence of global warming of course, some people; will never believe it.
There is mounting evidence of global warming; of course, some people will never believe it.
There is mounting evidence of global; warming of course, some people will never believe it.

Answer 1

Answer:

${ {3}^{2} }^{3}  \times  {(2 \times  {3}^{5}) }^{ - 2}  \times  {18}^{2 }  \\  \\  =  {3}^{6}  \times  \frac{1}{4 \times  {3}^{10} }  \times  {18}^{2}  \\  \\  =  \frac{ {18}^{2} }{4 \times  {3}^{4} }  \\  \\  =  \frac{ \cancel{18 } \: ^{ \cancel{6}} \: ^{ \cancel{2}}\times { \cancel{18}}  \: ^{ \cancel{6 }} \:  ^{ \cancel{2}} \:  ^1 }{ { \cancel{4 }\:_1}\times { \cancel{3} \: _1} \times { \cancel{3 } \: _1}\times { \cancel{3} \:_1} \times { \cancel{3} \: _1} }  \\  \\  = { \huge{ \red{ \boxed{1}}}}$

Answer 2

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Examples of Colons and Semicolons in Sentences

Colons and semicolons are two types of punctuation. Colons (:) are used in sentences to show that something is following, like a quotation, example, or list. Semicolons (;) are used to join two independent clauses, or two complete thoughts that could stand alone as complete sentences. As soon as we explore the examples of colons and semicolons below, you'll be that much closer to the title of Grammar Pro.

Examples of Colons and Semicolons in Sentences

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Colons in Sentences

Let's begin with a study on colons. There are three primary purposes for this member of the punctuation family: lists, quotations, and independent clauses.

Lists

Colons can be used to set off a list. In this instance, think of colons as saying, "Here's what I mean." What's about to come after the colon is meant to further illustrate whatever was mentioned before the colon.

There are two choices at this time: run away or fight.

We knew who would win the game: the Eagles

He wanted to see three cities in Italy: Rome, Florence, and Venice

Here are three states that begin with M: Michigan, Mississippi, and Maine.

This house has everything I need: two bedrooms, a backyard, and a garage.

I have several favorite genres of movies: drama, science fiction, and mystery.

I bought a lot of meat at the store: bacon, turkey, chicken, and tuna.