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Which sentence uses the colon correctly?

Understand the Problem

The question is asking for the proper use of a colon in sentences, specifically which option correctly demonstrates this punctuation rule.

Answer

You’ll need to buy the following things: a saucepan, a lid, and a spoon.

The sentence that uses a colon correctly is “You'll need to buy the following things: a saucepan, a lid, and a spoon.”

Answer for screen readers

The sentence that uses a colon correctly is “You'll need to buy the following things: a saucepan, a lid, and a spoon.”

More Information

A colon is used correctly when it comes after a complete sentence and introduces a list, quotation, or explanation.

Tips

A common mistake is placing a colon after an incomplete sentence or sentence fragment.

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