Which sentence uses a comma correctly?

A. The book is on the table, and the lamp is next to it.
B. The book is on the table and the lamp is next to it.
C. The book is on the table and, the lamp is next to it.
D. The book is on the table; and the lamp is next to it.

Answer: The book is on the table, and the lamp is next to it.


Additional Information: Commas are used before coordinating conjunctions in compound sentences.