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senay
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 Posted: Sat Apr 22, 2006 7:57 am Post subject: commas |
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I need your recommendations on commas in conditional sentences. Do you think it is necessary to put a comma between the main clause and if clause?
If you heat ice it turns to water
If you heat ice, it turns to water
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Harmony
Joined: 23 Mar 2006
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Hi Senay,
My opinion is that you don't need a comma for such a simple sentence. However, the rule most people follow says to use a comma in a conditional sentence when the "if clause" comes first.
I took a look on the web to see what I could find. Most grammar sites simply say you should use a comma. Here's one which says a comma is usually used:
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| If the "if" clause comes first, a comma is usually used. If the "if" clause comes second, there is no need for a comma. |
http://web2.uvcs.uvic.ca/elc/studyzone/330/grammar/0cond.htm
My advice is to use a comma if your work will be graded, but use your own judgement at other times.
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