Spot the error. Tuition increases, say official, are driven by the universities' costs, consequently, tuition income typically covers less than 50% of college budgets.
Correct answer: B. Consequently
- A. By the universities
- B. Consequently
- C. Typically
- D. Less
Explanation
The word "consequently" is used to indicate a result or outcome, which is appropriate here. However, the use of a comma before "consequently" makes the sentence a run-on sentence. A semicolon or a period should be used instead to properly separate the two independent clauses.
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