A comma splice error occurs when:

A A comma is missing

B Two independent clauses are joined only by a comma without a coordinating conjunction

C Too many commas are used

D A period is used instead of a comma

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

A comma splice incorrectly joins two independent clauses with just a comma. Fix: add conjunction, use semicolon, or separate sentences.

💡 Why is B) the correct answer?

The correct answer to the question "A comma splice error occurs when:" is Option B: Two independent clauses are joined only by a comma without a coordinating conjunction.

The other options — A) A comma is missing, C) Too many commas are used, D) A period is used instead of a comma — are incorrect for this PSAT Exam Prep question. As explained above: A comma splice incorrectly joins two independent clauses with just a comma. Fix: add conjunction, use semicolon, or separate sentences.

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A comma splice error occurs when:

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

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