Which sentence is punctuated correctly?

A.

Jim's toolbox is full of nails; screws; and washers.

B.

Their garage is jammed with: tools; storage containers; and bicycles.

C.

The mayoral candidate will address the following issues: ideas for reducing taxes, for both individuals and businesses; proposed spending cuts, starting with his own office; and plans to fund repairs for several roads.

D.

The printed menu lists: the ingredients in each item; the number of calories per serving; and warnings for potential allergens.

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Pamela Pitts

4 February, 03:43

Which sentence is punctuated correctly?

A.

Jim's toolbox is full of nails; screws; and washers.

B.

Their garage is jammed with: tools; storage containers; and bicycles.

C.

The mayoral candidate will address the following issues: ideas for reducing taxes, for both individuals and businesses; proposed spending cuts, starting with his own office; and plans to fund repairs for several roads.

D.

The printed menu lists: the ingredients in each item; the number of calories per serving; and warnings for potential allergens.

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Cullen Farmer · Answer 1

The sentence that is punctuated correctly is option C. The mayoral candidate will address the following issues: ideas for reducing taxes, for both individuals and businesses; proposed spending cuts, starting with his own office; and plans to fund repairs for several roads. The rules in using punctuation marks are correctly applied in this sentence.