<span><u>independent clause</u></span><span>
Independent clauses are those that can stand on their own. Whereas, dependent clauses can not. </span>
Dependent clauses are used to make independent clauses more interesting or complete. There must be an independent clause for a dependent clause to be present.
For question 1 the correct answer is:
B. Open and honest communication contribute to a happy relationship.
the subject Open and honest communication is plural then the verb agrees to it
For question 2 the correct answer is:
D. Interesting news<u> is</u> what sells our paper.
the subject Interesting news is singular, so the congujation of the verb BE "is" is the correct one.
Answer: Wouldn't it be easier to use litmus paper?
Explanation: That way you could figure out the PH and know that the hydrochloric acid is acid and the alkaline is the sodium hydroxide. The sugar solution won't show either way.