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Which of the following sentences is a correct use of a colon?

A. She has three pets: a cat, a dog, and a hamster.
B. He loves to play: basketball.
C. She said: she would come.
D. He likes to read; mysteries.

Answer: She has three pets: a cat, a dog, and a hamster.


Additional Information: Colons introduce lists, explanations, or quotes.


Subjects: Sentence Correction, Common Errors

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