Commas in a series

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What is a comma in a series?

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A comma in a series is used to separate three or more items in a list.

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When do you use a comma before 'and' in a list?

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You use a comma before 'and' in a list when you have three or more items to separate.

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Correct the sentence: I like apples oranges and bananas.

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I like apples, oranges, and bananas.

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What is the purpose of using commas in a series?

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The purpose is to clarify the items in a list and make the sentence easier to read.

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Identify the error: We need to buy milk eggs bread and cheese.

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Add commas: We need to buy milk, eggs, bread, and cheese.

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What is the correct way to write this list? Soccer basketball tennis and swimming.

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Soccer, basketball, tennis, and swimming.

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How many commas are needed in the following list? Red blue green yellow and purple.

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Four commas are needed: Red, blue, green, yellow, and purple.

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What change is needed in this sentence? I want to visit Paris London and Rome.

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Add commas: I want to visit Paris, London, and Rome.

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Which sentence is correct? I have a dog a cat and a rabbit.

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I have a dog, a cat, and a rabbit.

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What is the rule for using commas in a series?

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The rule is to place a comma between each item in the list, including before the 'and'.