RE: Use of Comma [Punctuation]

Subject: RE: Use of Comma [Punctuation]
From: "Cassandra Greer" <cassandra -at- greer -dot- de>
To: "TECHWR-L" <techwr-l -at- lists -dot- techwr-l -dot- com>
Date: Wed, 5 Jan 2005 08:57:07 +0100


Using a comma before the and in this case is called a serial comma and is
correct. The second example is also correct and originates in the world of
journalism where page real estate is at a premium. My advice is to pick one
style and stick with it in everything.

Cass :)

> Hai Everyone
>
> Is it right to use Comma before and.
>
> For Ex: The box contains Red, Blue, Green, and Yellow color pencils.
>
> or
>
> The box contains Red, Blue, Green and Yellow color pencils.
>
> Which format is to be followed?
>
>
> --
> Warm Regards
> Tech Comm.....
>



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