Which sentence correctly uses a dash?

A The answer-was clear.

B Three students—Maria, John, and Lee—won awards.

C I went-to the store.

D The-game was exciting.

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

Dashes set off a parenthetical element or an appositive that contains commas, providing clarity.

💡 Why is B) the correct answer?

The correct answer to the question "Which sentence correctly uses a dash?" is Option B: Three students—Maria, John, and Lee—won awards..

The other options — A) The answer-was clear., C) I went-to the store., D) The-game was exciting. — are incorrect for this SAT Exam Prep question. As explained above: Dashes set off a parenthetical element or an appositive that contains commas, providing clarity.

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Which sentence correctly uses a dash?

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

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