Some people buy expensive cars simply because they can.
Correct answer: B. adverb clause
- A. adjective clause
- B. adverb clause
- C. noun clause
- D. independent clause
Explanation
"Simply because they can" is an adverb clause because it:- Modifies the verb "buy"- Indicates the reason why some people buy expensive cars- Begins with the subordinating conjunction "because"This adverb clause provides additional information about the reason for the main action (buying expensive cars).
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