Which sentence demonstrates the correct use of a semicolon when joining two independent clauses that are closely related in meaning but without a coordinating conjunction?
A.
The solution was highly concentrated; dilution was therefore necessary.
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B.
The solution was highly concentrated, dilution was therefore necessary.
C.
The solution was highly concentrated: dilution was therefore necessary.
D.
The solution was highly concentrated; and dilution was therefore necessary.
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The solution was highly concentrated; dilution was therefore necessary.
The solution was highly concentrated, dilution was therefore necessary.
The solution was highly concentrated: dilution was therefore necessary.
The solution was highly concentrated; and dilution was therefore necessary.
