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What is the function of the underlined word in the following sentence?



You can have one slice of pie or two cookies.

A. to separate two independent clauses
B. to join two independent clauses
C. to join a compound sentence
D. to suggest an alternative

Sagot :

Answer: D. To suggest an alternative.

Explanation:

Conjunctions are the words that are used in linking other words, clauses or sentences together. Examples of conjunction include or, while, and, since, but, because, nor, yet, although, unless, etc.

"Or"used is used to to link alternatives. It is used for connecting choices or possibilities or choices. In this case, or is used in suggesting an alternative. Therefore, the correct option is D.