Commas with independent clauses and introductory elements 2

In each pair, choose the sentence that uses commas correctly.

For help with this exercise, see Comma before coordinating conjunction and Comma after introductory phrase or clause.

Example

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◯ To be considered, for the position candidates must demonstrate initiative and strong communication skills.
◯ To be considered for the position, candidates must demonstrate initiative and strong communication skills.
Commas with independent clauses and introductory elements 2 – 1

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◯ The cinematic lighting effect known as chiaroscuro was first used in German expressionist filmmaking, and was later seen in American film noir.
◯ The cinematic lighting effect known as chiaroscuro was first used in German expressionist filmmaking and was later seen in American film noir.
Commas with independent clauses and introductory elements 2 – 2

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◯ The absent instructor had left instructions on the board, so the class split up into small groups for peer review.
◯ The absent instructor had left instructions on the board so the class split up into small groups for peer review.
Commas with independent clauses and introductory elements 2 – 3

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◯ Using a variety of techniques, advertisers grab the audience’s attention and imprint their messages onto consumers’ minds.
◯ Using a variety of techniques advertisers grab the audience’s attention, and imprint their messages onto consumers’ minds.
Commas with independent clauses and introductory elements 2 – 4

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◯ By the end of the first quarter the operating budget will be available online.
◯ By the end of the first quarter, the operating budget will be available online.
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