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TEAS English & Language UsageThe rules that get tested

CommasATI TEAS 7 cheat sheet

The rules that get tested

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Lists

  • Separate three or more items: red, white, and blue
  • The final (Oxford) comma is accepted on the TEAS

Joining Clauses

  • Comma before a FANBOYS joining two independent clauses

Introductory Elements

  • After an introductory word, phrase or dependent clause
  • 'After the shift, she charted.'

Nonessential Info

  • Set off with commas if it can be removed: 'The nurse, who was new, charted.'
  • No commas if the information is essential to identify the noun
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The rules that get tested

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