English NMDCAT Punctuation
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Which sentence demonstrates an appropriate use of a semicolon to connect complex, related independent clauses, even if a coordinating conjunction is present for added clarity?

A. The quantum state collapsed rapidly, yet the residual entanglement persisted beyond expectations; and this intriguing phenomenon warrants further investigation.
B. The quantum state collapsed rapidly; yet the residual entanglement persisted beyond expectations; this intriguing phenomenon warrants further investigation.
C. The quantum state collapsed rapidly; yet, the residual entanglement persisted beyond expectations; and this intriguing phenomenon warrants further investigation.
D. The quantum state collapsed rapidly, yet, the residual entanglement persisted beyond expectations; and this intriguing phenomenon warrants further investigation.

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  • The quantum state collapsed rapidly, yet the residual entanglement persisted beyond expectations; and this intriguing phenomenon warrants further investigation.
  • The quantum state collapsed rapidly; yet the residual entanglement persisted beyond expectations; this intriguing phenomenon warrants further investigation.
  • The quantum state collapsed rapidly; yet, the residual entanglement persisted beyond expectations; and this intriguing phenomenon warrants further investigation.
  • The quantum state collapsed rapidly, yet, the residual entanglement persisted beyond expectations; and this intriguing phenomenon warrants further investigation.

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