What is the main difference between a semicolon and a colon?

a. A colon is only used to begin lists.

b. A semicolon can be used to join a compound sentence.

c. A colon is two dots while a semicolon is a dot and a comma.

d. A semicolon is almost a full stop, while a colon urges the reader to go on.

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Rex Pace

23 December, 11:15

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Anya Wu · Answer 1

B. Is the best answer for this question

Willie Barron · Answer 2

Willie Barron 23 December, 14:00

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I think the answer is D

What is the main difference between a semicolon and a colon?a. A colon is only used to begin lists.b. A semicolon can be used to join a compound sentence.c. A colon is two dots while a semicolon is a dot and a comma.d. A semicolon is almost a full stop, while a colon urges the reader to go on.