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In a research report, when is a colon typically used before a list?

A. When the clause preceding the list is a complete independent clause.
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B. When the list is very short and follows a verb.
C. When the list explains a single noun from the preceding clause.
D. When the list separates main items that contain internal commas.

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  • When the clause preceding the list is a complete independent clause.
  • When the list is very short and follows a verb.
  • When the list explains a single noun from the preceding clause.
  • When the list separates main items that contain internal commas.

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